Lead AI/ML Dev Sec Ops

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the
storytellers
bringing our characters to life, the
creators
bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers
creating what's next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role
:

As the
**Lead – AI/ML

DevSecOps**

, you will play a critical role in shaping the security, reliability, and efficiency of our AI and machine learning systems at one of the world's largest Media & Entertainment companies. Operating from India, you will lead the implementation of

cutting-edge

DevSecOps

practices tailored to the unique needs of AI/ML pipelines, ensuring scalable, secure, and high-performing AI/ML solutions that drive our global operations.

This role requires an innovative and proactive leader who understands the interplay between development, security, and operations in AI/ML workflows. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers, data scientists, and business leaders to

establish

industry-leading best practices for AI/ML

DevSecOps

while ensuring compliance with the highest standards of security and governance.

If you are passionate about revolutionizing AI/ML development with robust, secure, and automated pipelines, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, creative, and high-visibility environment.

**1.

DevSecOps

Strategy and Leadership**

• Define and implement a

DevSecOps

strategy specifically tailored for AI/ML systems, ensuring seamless integration with existing workflows.

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of

DevSecOps

engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, automation, and continuous improvement.

• Develop and enforce security protocols and policies that align with enterprise AI/ML

objectives

and regulatory requirements.

• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies in AI/ML

DevSecOps

, incorporating relevant innovations into the organization's workflows.

• Partner with senior leadership to align AI/ML

DevSecOps

initiatives with broader organizational goals.

2. CI/CD Pipeline Design and Optimization for AI/ML

• Design and implement robust CI/CD pipelines for AI/ML model development, testing, and deployment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

• Automate model versioning, retraining, and deployment workflows to streamline the AI/ML lifecycle.

• Collaborate with data engineering teams to integrate data pipelines into the CI/CD workflows, ensuring data readiness for model development.

• Optimize

resource

utilization

across cloud and

on-premise

infrastructures to enhance performance and reduce operational costs.

• Implement monitoring and alerting mechanisms to ensure the continuous health of AI/ML pipelines.

3. Security and Compliance in AI/ML Pipelines

• Embed security practices into every stage of the AI/ML lifecycle, from model training to deployment.

• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments of AI/ML pipelines, addressing gaps proactively.

• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and industry-specific standards.

• Develop and enforce secure coding practices for AI/ML engineers, emphasizing model integrity and data protection.

• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to address the ethical and legal considerations of AI deployment.

4. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with data scientists, software engineers, and product teams to understand their requirements and deliver secure, scalable solutions.

• Partner with IT and cloud infrastructure teams to manage AI/ML environments effectively.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams across the organization on AI/ML

DevSecOps

best practices.

• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment of AI/ML initiatives with business goals.

• Foster strong relationships with external partners, including cloud providers, security vendors, and industry forums.

5. Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Drive automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention in AI/ML workflows.

• Develop and implement tools to

monitor

and improve the performance, scalability, and reliability of AI/ML systems.

• Foster a culture of experimentation and learning within the team to explore

new technologies

and methodologies.

• Regularly review and refine

DevSecOps

practices to keep pace with evolving industry standards and challenges.

• Contribute to knowledge sharing and training initiatives to upskill team members and promote best practices.

Qualifications & Experiences:

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or

Master's degree in Computer Science

, Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field.

• Certifications in DevOps, Cloud Security, or AI/ML frameworks (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Kubernetes, TensorFlow, etc.) are highly desirable.

Professional Experience:

• 8+ years

of experience in DevOps, with a strong focus on AI/ML workflows for at least
3 years

.

• Proven

expertise

in designing, deploying, and managing CI/CD pipelines for machine learning models.

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Deep understanding of AI/ML frameworks and libraries such as TensorFlow,

PyTorch

, and Scikit-learn.

• Strong experience in implementing security best practices and ensuring compliance in DevOps workflows.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise

in infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible, etc.) and automation tools.

• Proficiency

in programming languages such as Python, Bash, and JavaScript.

• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Splunk.

• Strong understanding of AI/ML model lifecycle management and deployment challenges.

• Familiarity with vulnerability management tools and practices.

Other Skills:

• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with experience leading technical teams.

• Strong communication

and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to non-technical stakeholders.

• Analytical mindset with a problem-solving approach and a focus on delivering results.

• Passion for learning and staying updated on the latest trends in

DevSecOps

and AI/ML.

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at

along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

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