Senior/Lead AI Back End Software Engineer

Sonata Software • Bengaluru, Karnataka • Posted May 28, 2026

About the Role

  • Establish quality standards for AI/LLM features (evaluation, red-teaming, prompt/versioning, regression tests) and drive production readiness.
  • Design and run proof-of-concepts (POCs) to validate approaches end-to-end (hypotheses, success metrics, evaluation, cost/latency assessment) and drive learnings into production-ready performant & cost optimized solutions.
  • Own and evolve the AI/Search architecture roadmap together with Domain and Group Architecture, balancing customer impact, security, compliance and cost.
  • Lead solution design workshops and produce clear technical proposals (including NFRs, risks, migration/rollout plans).
  • Define, document and champion best practices (architecture, coding standards, DevSecOps/LLMOps, observability) and lead by example through hands-on delivery and reviews.
  • Mentor engineers, provide technical guidance, and help grow a high-performing, inclusive engineering culture.
  • Deep proficiency in Java o...