Tata Consultancy Services

ML Technical Lead

Tata Consultancy Services$100K — $125K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient in Python, with SQL skills; familiarity with Java or Scala is a plus.
  • Experience with MLflow or similar tools for MLOps, including model monitoring and pipelines.
  • Knowledgeable in data engineering concepts, particularly Spark and DataFrames.
  • Familiar with DevOps practices, including CI/CD, Docker, and optional experience with Kubernetes or Terraform.
  • Experience working with Azure Cloud services and relevant logging/monitoring tools.
  • Demonstrated experience in MLOps, emphasizing model versioning and pipeline automation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of production ML pipelines, from training to real-time scoring.
  • Transform Data Science prototypes into reliable and maintainable services with optimal observability.
  • Design and maintain feature engineering workflows and reusable ML components.
  • Oversee model deployment patterns, ensuring efficiency in performance and cost management.
  • Implement CI/CD processes for ML using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions integrated with Databricks.
  • Utilize MLflow for model tracking and lifecycle management, establishing best monitoring practices.
  • Collaborate with Data Engineering to ensure high data quality and integrity for model inputs.

Benefits

  • Discretionary annual incentive program.
  • Comprehensive medical coverage including dental and vision, as well as disability planning.
  • Family support options including maternity and parental leave.
  • Legal and financial assistance including 401K plan and student loan refinancing.
  • Convenience benefits such as commuter options and certification reimbursements.
  • Generous time off policy including vacations, sick leave, and holidays.
Full Job Description
REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Languages: Python (required); SQL; optional Java/Scala
  • ML/MLOps: MLflow (or equivalent), model registry, monitoring, evaluation pipelines
  • Data: Spark, DataFrames, data modeling fundamentals, feature engineering
  • DevOps: Git, CI/CD, Docker; Kubernetes, Terraform (optional)
  • Cloud: Azure, logging/monitoring
  • Experience with MLOps practices, including model versioning, monitoring, and CI/CD for ML pipelines.


GOOD TO HAVE

  • Understanding of Data Science models
  • Exposure to Deep Learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
  • Solid understanding of feature engineering, model evaluation, and experimentation.

PREFERRED TRAITS

  • Strong communication and storytelling skills with data
  • Ability to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
  • Passion for solving complex business problems using data

Roles & Responsibilities

ML Engineering & Delivery

  • Lead the design and implementation of production ML pipelines for training, batch inference, and real-time/near-real-time scoring.
  • Translate Data Science prototypes into robust, maintainable services and workflows with strong testing, observability, and reliability.
  • Build and manage feature engineering workflows, feature stores (where applicable), and reusable ML components.
  • Drive model packaging and deployment patterns (containers, serverless, managed endpoints) and optimize for performance and cost.

MLOps

  • Implement CI/CD for ML (model versioning, automated testing, promotion gates, rollback strategies) using Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions integrated with Databricks
  • Leverage MLflow (Databricks native) for experiment tracking, model registry, and lifecycle management
  • Establish best practices for model monitoring: data drift, concept drift, model degradation, and alerting.
  • Define and enforce guardrails for responsible AI: bias checks, explainability, privacy controls, and auditability.

Data & Platform Collaboration

  • Partner with Data Engineering on data quality, lineage, and availability to ensure reliable model inputs.
  • Work with Cloud/Platform teams to ensure scalable infrastructure (compute, networking, IAM, secrets, logging).
  • Influence target architecture and technology decisions for the ML platform roadmap.

Leadership & Mentoring

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to ML Engineers and junior team members.
  • Conduct design reviews, code reviews, and establish engineering standards.
  • Coordinate delivery plans, estimate work, and manage technical risks and dependencies.

TCS Employee Benefits Summary:

  • Discretionary Annual Incentive.
  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
  • Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
  • Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
  • Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
  • Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
  • Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.


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Salary Range-$100,000-$125,000 a year

About Tata Consultancy Services

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is an Indian multinational information technology (IT) services and consulting company, headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is a subsidiary of Tata Group and operates in 149 locations across 46 countries. TCS is the largest Indian company by market capitalization and is ranked 11th on the Forbes Global 2000 list of the world's biggest public companies. TCS is also the second-largest IT services company in the world by revenue and the largest employer of women in India. The company provides services in areas including IT, consulting, and business solutions.
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