**39962BR** **Requisition ID:** 39962BR **Business Unit:** COR **Job Description:** CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Engineer to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. This individual will be part of the Data Technology group within the Digital Engineering Solutions team, helping to drive strategic Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) initiatives using cutting-edge data technologies and analytics to deliver actionable business insights and robust solutions for AEC professionals and client outcomes. The Data Technology group will lead the firm in AEC-focused Business Intelligence and data services by providing architectural guidance, technological vision, and solution development. The Data Technology group will specifically utilize advanced analytics, data science, and AI/ML to give our business and our products a competitive advantage. It includes understanding and managing the data, how it interconnects, and architecting & engineering data for self-serve BI and BA opportunities. This position is for a person who has demonstrated excellence in AI/ML engineering capabilities, experienced with data technology and processes, and enjoys framing a problem, shaping, and creating solutions, and helping to lead and champion implementation. As a member of the Digital Engineering Solutions team, the Data Technology group will also engage in research and development and provide guidance and oversight to the AEC practices at CDM Smith, engaging in new product research, testing, and the incubation of data technology-related ideas that arise from around the company. Key Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and AI solutions that address complex business challenges, particularly within the AEC domain. • Build scalable, production-grade AI/ML pipelines, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, validation, deployment, and monitoring. • Collaborate with Data Engineers, Data Scientists, and other stakeholders to design and implement end-to-end AI/ML solutions. • Ensure that deployed models are reliable, maintainable, and scalable while optimizing their performance in production environments. • Develop APIs or microservices for integrating AI/ML models into business solutions. • Optimize AI/ML workflows by implementing MLOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, model retraining, and version control. • Apply state-of-the-art algorithms and techniques such as deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and time-series analysis for domain-specific use cases. • Maintain adherence to data privacy, security, and ethical AI standards throughout the lifecycle of AI/ML models. • Stay abreast of the latest developments and advancements, including new and emerging technologies & best practices and new tools & software applications and how they could impact CDM Smith. • Assist with the development of documentation, standards, best practices, and workflows for data technology hardware/software in use across the business. • Performs other duties as required. Skills and Abilities: • Strong expertise in building and deploying machine learning models using frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn. • Hands-on experience with cloud-based AI/ML services, particularly in Microsoft Azure and Databricks. • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, with a strong understanding of libraries and tools for data science and machine learning. • Experience with MLOps practices, including automated pipelines, model versioning, monitoring, and lifecycle management. • Familiarity with distributed computing frameworks like Apache Spark and scalable AI/ML training techniques. • Expertise in domain-specific AI techniques such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), computer vision, and predictive analytics. • Knowledge of data privacy, security, and ethical AI principles, ensuring compliance with relevant standards. • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills to identify and address technical challenges effectively. • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills to build strategic relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and partners. • Strong critical thinking skills to generate innovative solutions and improve business processes. • Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Detail oriented with the ability to assist with executing highly complex or specialized projects. **Job Title:** Senior Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Engineer **Group:** COR **Employment Type:** Regular **Minimum Qualifications:** • Bachelor’s degree. • 6 years of related experience. • Equivalent additional related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. **Why CDM Smith?:** Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! 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Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. **Job Site Location:** India - Bangalore / Chennai / Pune **Agency Disclaimer:** All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. **Amount of Travel Required:** 0% **Assignment Category:** Fulltime-Regular **Background Check and Drug Testing Information:** CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.