Citi

Python and AI Data Engineering Lead - Senior Vice President

Citi Pune, Maharashtra, India

Financial Services · 10,001+ employees

14 h ago Closes in 7d
python Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time India
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About the role

Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL processes and data pipelines using Python and SQL to support enterprise data needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement AI-driven solutions, including agentic systems and LLM integrations, while ensuring operational stability and performance.

What they look for

Python Data Engineering ETL SQL AI Engineering Machine Learning Large Language Models PySpark FastAPI Docker Openshift System Design Microservices Data Pipelines Agentic AI API Design

Requirements

Requires over 12 years of experience in the data domain with expert-level proficiency in Python, database technologies, and machine learning frameworks. Candidates must possess deep hands-on experience in system design, AI engineering, and the deployment of robust, scalable enterprise solutions.

Full description

12+ years of Experience in Data Domain , Expert at handling large Volume Data, Candidate will Individual Contributor

Design, develop, and maintain ETL processes to extract, transform, and load data from various sources into our data warehouse. Write complex SQL queries and PL/SQL scripts to perform data manipulation, validation, and transformation. Develop and maintain data pipelines using Python and related libraries (e.g., Polar ,Pandas). Optimize ETL processes and data pipelines for performance and scalability. Collaborate with data analysts and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and develop solutions to meet their needs. Implement data quality checks and monitoring to ensure data accuracy and consistency. Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues. Create and maintain technical documentation for ETL processes, data pipelines, and database solutions. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in data management and analytics.

Database Knowledge: Basic knowledge of databases such as Oracle/SQL. Scripting: Basic knowledge of Python. Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Methodology of AI includes Chunking, Embedding, AI Engineering, Prompt Engineering  

Deep hands-on experience in engineering and executing scalable enterprise solutions.   Expert-level proficiency in Python (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, PySpark) or Java (e.g., Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Security).   Proficiency in UI (e.g., Angular, React, Node.js, TypeScript) for full-stack development.   Proficiency in database technologies, such as Oracle, Postgres, or MongoDB.   Solid understanding of core AI concepts, including knowledge representation, automated planning, decision-making under uncertainty, and multi-agent systems.   Hands-on experience with relevant frameworks (e.g., Google ADK, LanGraph, LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI, N8N).   Extensive experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and relevant libraries (e.g., Scikit-Learn, NumPy, Pandas).   Proven experience in creating, deploying, and integrating MCPs (Model Context Protocol) into agentic AI systems.   Deep familiarity with large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Llama, including their application within agentic systems.   Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing robust APIs for AI services.   Proficient in software development best practices, including version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, comprehensive testing, and code reviews. Strong understanding of agile methodologies, application resiliency, and security principles applied to complex AI projects. Proven expertise in system design, application development, and ensuring operational stability for AI initiatives.   Deep experience with application and data architecture patterns and designs. Experience leveraging managed services and existing platforms, with a strong emphasis on API-First Design, microservices, and event-driven architectures.   Hands-on experience with Docker and Openshift.  

     

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