Accenture

Accenture

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Custom Software Engineering Lead

Posted Sep 17, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
AI & Data Machine Learning Engineering Generative AI Engineering
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Hyderabad
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
minimum 15 years of experience
Education
15 years full time education

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Role Summary

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This role leads the technical direction and architecture of custom software solutions while working as an AI/ML Engineer on applications and systems that use artificial intelligence technologies and cloud-based AI services. The role manages end-to-end application pipelines across cloud and on-premises environments, integrates generative AI capabilities, and supports production-ready, scalable AI-driven solutions.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging AI technologies to enhance system capabilities.
  • Design and build AI applications and systems using artificial intelligence technologies and cloud-based AI services.
  • Manage end-to-end application pipelines deployed on cloud platforms or on-premises.
  • Integrate generative AI models, deep learning frameworks, neural network architectures, conversational agents, and image processing...
  • Mentor junior team members to support their professional growth and technical expertise.
  • Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions.

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Qualifications

Automation Architecture; designing scalable AI application pipelines for cloud and on-premises environments; integrating generative AI models and deep learning techniques into production systems; developing and optimizing neural network architectures and chatbot frameworks; familiarity with image processing algorithms; collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams

Required

  • Automation Architecture
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in Automation Architecture
  • 15 years full time education

Original job description

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Project Role : Custom Software Engineering Lead
Project Role Description : Own the technical direction and architecture of custom software solutions, leading teams through design and delivery. Set development standards and ensure code quality, scalability, and performance aligned to business objectives.
Must have skills : Automation Architecture
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 15 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

As an AI / ML Engineer, a typical day involves designing and building sophisticated applications and systems that leverage artificial intelligence technologies and cloud-based AI services. The role requires managing end-to-end application pipelines, whether deployed on cloud platforms or on-premises, ensuring solutions are production-ready and scalable. The engineer integrates generative AI models into various projects, which may include deep learning frameworks, neural network architectures, conversational agents, and image processing techniques. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to align technical implementations with project goals is a key aspect of daily activities, fostering innovation and continuous improvement in AI-driven solutions.

Roles & Responsibilities:
- Expected to be a SME with deep knowledge and experience.
- Should have Influencing and Advisory skills.
- Responsible for team decisions.
- Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions.
- Expected to provide solutions to problems that apply across multiple teams.
- Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging AI technologies to enhance system capabilities.
- Mentor junior team members to support their professional growth and technical expertise.

Professional & Technical Skills:
- Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Automation Architecture.
- Strong expertise in designing scalable AI application pipelines for both cloud and on-premises environments.
- Experience integrating generative AI models and deep learning techniques into production systems.
- Ability to develop and optimize neural network architectures and chatbot frameworks.
- Familiarity with image processing algorithms and their application within AI solutions.
- Skilled in collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver robust AI-driven products.

Additional Information:
- The candidate should have minimum 15 years of experience in Automation Architecture.
- This position is based at our Chennai office.
- A 15 years full time education is required.

15 years full time education

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

Visit us at www.accenture.com 

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About the company

Accenture

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Accenture is a global professional services company that specializes in providing consulting, technology, and outsourcing services. With a diverse range of industries served, including financial services, healthcare, and telecommunications, Accenture leverages advanced technologies and data analytics to help organizations improve their performance and drive innovation. Committed to sustainable progress, the company emphasizes its dedication to inclusivity, digital transformation, and building a more sustainable future for its clients and communities. With a presence in over 120 countries, Accenture is known for its expertise in integrating cutting-edge solutions that address complex business challenges.