Senior ML Engineer

Senior Machine Learning Engineer (LLM/RAG)

Company Description

NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ, is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population. For more information, visit

Job Description

NIQ is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior ML Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior ML Engineer at NIQ, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing advanced AI/GenAI models and algorithms to solve complex business problems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, build, and deploy scalable AI/GenAI solutions.

Location: Chennai or Pune

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement AI/GenAI models and algorithms using Python programming language, jointly with knowledge about PyTorch/Tensorflow, Pandas, sklearn and similar AI/GenAI libraries.
• Utilize ML fundamentals, including deep learning, optimization techniques, NLP, and Large Language Models (LLMs), to solve real-world problems.
• Work closely with data scientists and engineers to gather requirements, perform data analysis, and develop end-to-end ML pipelines.
• Conduct experiments and perform model evaluation to ensure the robustness, scalability, and accuracy of AI/GenAI solutions.
  • Optimize and fine-tune AI/GenAI models for performance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cloud computing teams to deploy AI/GenAI models on cloud platforms, preferably Azure.
• Utilize SQL for data Extraction, Transformation, and Loading (ETL) processes.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI/GenAI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
  • Proven experience 5 years working as a Senior ML Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Python programming language.
• In-depth knowledge of ML fundamentals, including deep learning, optimization techniques, generative AI, NLP, and LLMs.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (knowledge of Azure is a plus).
• Familiarity with SQL for data manipulation and analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population.

For more information, visit

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