The Lead Generative AI Data Engineer III applies advanced AI engineering practices to design, build, test, and deploy ML and AI solutions for both business and client initiatives. The role oversees AI engineering workstreams, develops robust data pipelines and production-grade components, collaborates with stakeholders across teams, and mentors junior practitioners to elevate delivery quality.

Location

New York, NY (onsite)

Salary

USD 159,100 - 265,100 per year

Responsibilities

Lead the end to end design, development, testing, and deployment of machine learning and AI solutions for business and client use cases.
Manage AI engineering workstreams by assigning tasks, reviewing deliverables, ensuring quality, meeting timelines, and resolving issues across the team.
Develop and supervise 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
7+ years of professional experience.
5+ years of designing, developing, or deploying machine learning, artificial intelligence, or advanced analytics solutions.
3+ years of programming experience in Python, PySpark, PyTorch, and TensorFlow.
2+ years of technology consulting experience in the State Government or Local Government sector.
2+ years of experience leading technical teams, projects, or workstreams supporting AI or ML solution delivery.
1+ years of experience working with AI technologies such as Gemini, Anthropic, and OpenAI.
Active or advanced certification in Python, PySpark, PyTorch, and TensorFlow.
Ability to travel approximately 20 percent based on client needs and assignments.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Technologies

Python
PySpark
PyTorch
TensorFlow
Docker
Kubernetes
Gemini
Anthropic
OpenAI

The Team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services GPS practice focuses on impact through people, ideas, technology, and outcomes. The team serves federal, state, and local government clients as well as public higher education institutions. Professionals bring fresh perspectives to help clients anticipate disruption and fulfill their mission promises. The AI and Data offering provides a full spectrum of solutions for designing, developing, and operating cutting edge data and AI initiatives.

Lead Generative AI Data Engineer III