AI Native Software Engineer

Project Role : AI Native Software Engineer Project Role Description : Build and ship production-ready software using AI as a core part of the engineering lifecycle. Apply AI-native practices to develop and validate solutions, maintain quality and compliance, and continuously improve how software is built and operated. Must have skills : Python (Programming Language) Good to have skills : NA Minimum 7.5 year(s) of experience is required Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education Job Summary We are looking for a highly skilled Principal Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced AI and deep learning solutions. This role requires deep expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs), cloud-based AI deployment on Azure, and full-stack software development using .NET and Python. You will drive the technical strategy, mentor engineering teams, and collaborate with product and data science teams to build scalable, high-performance AI systems that solve complex business challenges. Roles and responsibilities: Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 10+ years of professional software engineering experience with at least 5 years focused on AI/ML development. Strong experience working with Large Language Models (e.g., GPT, BERT) and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch). Proficiency in Python and .NET (C#) for developing scalable AI solutions. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure AI services (Azure ML, Cognitive Services, AKS). Expertise in cloud-native architectures, microservices, and container orchestration. Proven track record of leading engineering teams and driving architecture decisions. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver results in ambiguous, fast-paced environments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Professional attributes: Experience with NLP libraries like Hugging Face Transformers, spaCy. Familiarity with MLOps practices and tooling (model training pipelines, monitoring, versioning). Knowledge of distributed systems and data engineering concepts. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps automation. Contributions to AI-related open-source projects or publications. PhD or advanced research background in AI/ML or related fields Proven experience in cloud, DevOps, or AI modernization initiatives. Strong understanding of LLMs, automation, and engineering toolchains. Ability to translate AI innovation into business and productivity impact. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 7.5 years of experience in Python (Programming Language). - This position is based at our Bengaluru office. - A 15 years full time education is required. 15 years full time education Important Notice We have been alerted to the existence of fraudulent messages asking job seekers to set up payment to cover various costs associated with establishing employment at Accenture. No one is ever required to pay for employment at Accenture. If you are contacted by someone asking for payment, please do not respond, and contact us at india.fc.check@accenture.com immediately. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Please read Accenture’s Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.