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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead AI and Data Science Engineer II - **Company:** Deloitte T.T.L. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $159,100.0 - $265,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Application Performance Management, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Natural Language Processing, Tensorflow, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Generative AI, Containerization, Pyspark, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Machine Learning Operations, Docker - **Published:** June 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://apply.deloitte.com/en_US/careers/JobDetail/Lead-Generative-AI-Data-Engineer-III/356565 ## About the Role * Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team. * Effective written and verbal communication skills. * Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product. * Ability to build and sustain professional relationships. * Ability to lead projects or workstreams. * Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. * Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor. * Ability to meet deadlines. * Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. * 7+ years of professional experience. * 5+ years of experience designing, developing, or deploying machine learning, artificial intelligence, or advanced analytics solutions. * 3+ years of experience programming in Python, Pyspark, Pytorch, and Tensorflow. * 2+ years of technology consulting experience in the Federal Health space * 2+ years of experience deploying machine learning models into production environments. * 2+ years of experience leading technical teams, projects, or workstreams supporting artificial intelligence or machine learning solution delivery. * 1+ years of experience working with AI technologies such as Gemini, Anthropic, and OpenAI. * Active certification or advanced certification in Python, Pyspark, Pytorch, and Tensorflow. * Ability to travel 20%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve. * Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future., * Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. * Active US Government security clearance. * 2+ years of experience working with large language models, natural language processing, or generative artificial intelligence solutions. * 2+ years of experience using containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker or Kubernetes. * 1+ years of experience supporting model monitoring, model governance, or machine learning operations processes. ## Description As a Lead AI and Data Science Engineer II on the team, you will be responsible for: * Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions for business and client use cases. * Manage AI engineering workstreams by assigning work, reviewing deliverables, and driving quality, timeliness, and issue resolution across the team. * Develop and oversee data pipelines, model training workflows, and production-grade application components that support AI-enabled products. * Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, product stakeholders, and business teams to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions and guide technical decisions. * Coach and mentor junior practitioners, provide day-to-day guidance, and monitor model and application performance to improve accuracy, reliability, and scalability. ## Related Videos - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1209-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou) - [Photonic Computing: Programming a New Class of AI Accelerators (incl. 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