Lead Software Engineer – AI/ML Platforms

City: Burbank, CA

Onsite/ Hybrid/ Remote: Hybrid (4 days onsite per week, no flexibility)

Duration: 17 Months

Rate Range: Upto $103.50/hr on W2

Work Authorization: GC, USC, All valid EADs except OPT, CPT, H1B

Must Have:

• Backend programming (Java, Python, C++, or Go)
• Frontend frameworks (React, Streamlit, or similar)
• SQL and database querying
• Cloud-based application architecture
• AI/ML tooling and infrastructure (MLOps)
• CI/CD pipelines and automated build, test, deployment
• AI coding tools (Cursor, Claude or similar)

Responsibilities:

• Define and oversee technical architecture for new production and innovation tools during proof-of-concept, prototype, and pilot phases.
• Design scalable cloud-based solutions and document technical specifications, architecture diagrams, and integration points.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external vendors to deliver technology solutions aligned with security and system standards.
• Evaluate technologies and select appropriate tools based on use cases and user requirements.
• Maintain technology roadmaps supporting the evolution of solutions through innovation cycles.
• Conduct code reviews, propose alternate implementations, and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Lead architecture discussions and guide engineering teams on system design and implementation.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build, testing, and deployment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software engineering or technical architecture roles.
• Experience designing and implementing cloud-native applications.
• Hands-on experience with backend development and modern frontend frameworks.
• Experience deploying and productizing applications.
• Experience with AI/ML tooling and infrastructure.
• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
• Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban).

Nice to Have:

• Unity or Unreal development experience
• AR/VR technologies
• Media technology or digital production workflows
• Advanced degree in Computer Science
• Experience with AI/ML model development or integration
• Industry publications or conference contributions