Director - AI Practice & Solutions, India

Company Description
We are an industry-leading technology consulting firm dedicated to empowering organizations through cloud native and enterprise DevSecOps transformations. Our team of experts are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional value to our clients. We specialize in executing innovative technical solutions using cloud native principles, containers, and extreme automation-based DevSecOps practices. At our core, we believe in pushing boundaries and setting new standards. Our commitment to excellence is what sets us apart, and its why our clients choose to work with us. We understand that delivering superior technical solutions requires a team of recognized professionals. If you have a passion for building cloud native systems, applications, and automation solutions in the cloud, and if youre seeking to join a company that is a powerhouse in Enterprise DevSecOps and Cloud Native domains, then youve come to the right place. We foster a dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning. As a member of our team, youll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, tackle complex challenges, and make a significant impact in enabling digital transformation for our clients. Join us and be part of a team that thrives on pushing the boundaries of whats possible in technology.

Director - AI Practice & Solutions, India
Location: Hyderabad, India
Experience: 12–18+ years
Role Overview
We are looking for a high-impact Director - AI Practice & Solutions to build, scale, and lead our AI capabilities in India. This role demands a strong technical leader who can drive solutioning, guide engineering teams, engage with customers, and contribute to business growth.
This is not a project/program management role—it is a hands-on technical leadership + practice building role with ownership across delivery, capability development, and market expansion.
Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Solutioning
• Act as a Strong Technical Capability Lead for AI/ML and related technologies
• Drive end-to-end solution architecture for AI-led engagements
• Provide hands-on technical guidance to teams on design, development, and deployment
• Review and ensure high-quality, scalable, and production-ready solutions
• Stay current with evolving AI trends (GenAI, LLMs, MLOps, etc.) and apply them in delivery
• Practice Building (AI)
• Build and scale the AI Practice in India aligned with Oteemos global vision
• Define capabilities, offerings, accelerators, and reusable assets
• Develop AI service lines (e.g., GenAI, AI/ML, Data Science, MLOps)
• Mentor and grow a high-performing AI engineering team
• Drive hiring strategy, capability development, and certifications
• Delivery Oversight (Hands-on)
• Work closely with teams on technical problem-solving and execution
• Ensure best practices in AI engineering, DevOps, and cloud are followed
  
• Step in as a technical anchor in critical engagements
• Balance architecture, coding guidance, and delivery excellence
• Account Management & Customer Engagement
• Build strong relationships with key customer stakeholders
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients
• Participate in account planning, solution discussions, and technical workshops
• Support pre-sales, proposals, and client presentations
• Business Growth & Market Presence
• Contribute to revenue growth through AI-led opportunities
• Identify and drive upsell and cross-sell opportunities
• Collaborate with leadership on go-to-market strategies
• Represent Oteemo at industry events, conferences, and client forums
• Build strategic partnerships and ecosystem relationships
• Cross-Practice Collaboration
• Work across Oteemo service offerings such as:
• Cloud & DevOps
• Platform Engineering
• SRE / Infrastructure
• Bring AI-led enhancements into existing offerings
• Leverage experience/exposure to multi-domain capabilities
  

Key Skills & Qualifications
Technical Expertise

• Strong experience in AI/ML, GenAI, and Data Engineering ecosystems
• Hands-on expertise in:
• Python, ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.)
• LLMs, prompt engineering, vector databases
• Cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP)
• MLOps & scalable AI deployment
• Proven ability to design and lead complex AI solutions
  

Leadership & Business Skills

• Demonstrated experience in building and scaling practices/COEs
• Strong customer-facing and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in account management and revenue growth
• Ability to blend technology with business outcomes
  

Experience

• 12–18+ years in technology, with recent focus on AI/ML
• Experience in IT services / consulting environment
• Prior exposure to global delivery models
• Experience working across multiple service offerings (preferred)
  

Success Metrics

• Growth of AI practice (team size, capabilities, offerings)
• Revenue contribution from AI initiatives
• Customer satisfaction and account expansion
• Quality and scalability of delivered solutions
• Thought leadership and market presence
  

What We Are Looking For

• A builder mindset, not just an executor
• A hands-on technical leader, not a pure manager
• Someone who can scale Oteemo in India through capability + relationships
• A leader who can balance technology depth with business growth
  

Qualifications

• 12–18+ years in technology, with recent focus on AI/ML
• Any Post Graduate relevant to IT Industry
  

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.