**Job Title :** AI Engineer **Location :** Hyderabad, India **Years of Experience: 3** **This role is Office Based, Hyderabad Office** **Job Title:** AI Engineer **Location:** Hyderabad, India **Years of Experience:** **3-4 years of hands-on software engineering experience** , building and operating production systems Position Overview We are seeking an **AI Engineer** to design, build, and scale high-quality software systems that power our product platforms. This role is ideal for a strong, hands-on engineer with solid backend fundamentals, cloud experience, strong frontend experience in React and growing exposure to AI-driven development. The ideal candidate has **strong experience with Java and AWS** , a good understanding of **SQL and NoSQL data stores** , strong hands-on experience with **React** and an interest or hands-on experience integrating **AI or Generative AI capabilities** into real-world applications. You will work closely with senior engineers, architects, and product teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions that drive customer value. **In this role you will...** Software Development & System Design + Design, implement, and maintain **backend services and APIs** using Java, Python and modern frameworks. + Build and operate **cloud-native services on AWS** , ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. + Develop and maintain frontend applications using **React** . + Build reusable and responsive UI components with clean architecture. Optimize performance, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility. + Develop and expose **API-first services** using REST and GraphQL. + Contribute to system design discussions and help implement scalable, distributed architectures. + Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code following engineering best practices. Data & Platform Engineering + Design and work with **SQL and NoSQL databases** to support high-scale application workloads. + Implement data access patterns with a focus on performance, reliability, and consistency. + Contribute to event-driven and asynchronous processing where appropriate. AI-Aware Development + Integrate **AI or ML capabilities** into applications, including LLM-based features or intelligent automation. + Collaborate with senior engineers and architects on **AI-enabled system designs** . + Apply best practices for using AI services safely, reliably, and cost-effectively. Cloud, DevOps & Quality + Deploy and operate services on AWS using **Docker and Kubernetes (EKS)** . + Contribute to **CI/CD pipelines** , automated testing, and infrastructure automation. + Monitor, debug, and optimize production systems. + Partner with QA, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure quality and compliance. Collaboration & Growth + Work closely with Product Managers, UX designers, and cross-functional teams to deliver customer-facing features.



+ Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical discussions. + Mentor junior engineers and contribute positively to team culture. **You've got what it takes if you have...** Required + **3-4 years of hands-on software engineering experience** building production systems. + Strong experience with **Java** in backend and micro service-oriented architectures. + Hands on experience with **React, Tailwind CSS, Typescript** + Hands-on experience with **AWS** (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.). + Experience working with **SQL and NoSQL databases** in production. + Experience building **RESTful APIs** ; exposure to GraphQL is a plus. + Experience with **Docker** ; exposure to Kubernetes (EKS) is a plus. + Strong problem-solving skills and a quality-first mindset. Nice to Have + Exposure to **AI or Generative AI** in production systems. + Experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React). + Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or AWS CDK). + Experience working in agile, product-driven environments. #LI-Onsite **years of hands-on software engineering experience,** building and operating production systems **Position Overview** We are seeking a AI **Engineer** to design, build, and scale high-quality software systems that power our product platforms. This role is ideal for a strong, hands-on engineer with solid backend fundamentals, cloud experience, and growing exposure to AI-driven development. The ideal candidate has **strong experience with Java and AWS,** a good understanding of **SQL and NoSQL data stores,** and an interest or hands-on experience integrating **AI or Generative AI capabilities** into real-world applications. You will work closely with senior engineers, architects, and product teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions that drive customer value. **Key Responsibilities** **Software Development & System Design** - Design, implement, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and modern frameworks. - Build and operate cloud-native services on AWS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. - Develop and expose API-first services using REST and GraphQL. - Contribute to system design discussions and help implement scalable, distributed architectures. - Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code following engineering best practices. **Data & Platform Engineering** - Design and work with SQL and NoSQL databases to support high-scale application workloads.



- Implement data access patterns with a focus on performance, reliability, and consistency. - Contribute to event-driven and asynchronous processing where appropriate. **AI-Aware Development** - Integrate AI or ML capabilities into applications, including LLM-based features or intelligent automation. - Collaborate with senior engineers and architects on AI-enabled system designs. - Apply best practices for using AI services safely, reliably, and cost-effectively. **Cloud, DevOps & Quality** - Deploy and operate services on AWS using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS). - Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure automation. - Monitor, debug, and optimize production systems. - Partner with QA, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure quality and compliance. **Collaboration & Growth** - Work closely with Product Managers, UX designers, and cross-functional teams to deliver customer-facing features. - Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical discussions. - Mentor junior engineers and contribute positively to team culture. **Qualifications and Skills** **Required** - 3 years of hands-on software engineering experience building production systems. - Robust experience with Java in backend and service-oriented architectures. - Hands-on experience with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.). - Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases in production. - Experience building RESTful APIs; exposure to GraphQL is a plus. - Experience with Docker; exposure to Kubernetes (EKS) is a plus. - Strong problem-solving skills and a quality-first mindset. **Nice to Have** - Exposure to AI or Generative AI in production systems. - Experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React). - Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or AWS CDK). - Experience working in agile, product-driven environments. **Why Join Us?** - **Strong Engineering Culture :** Build well-architected, high-quality systems. - **Growth Path :** Clear progression toward Staff, Principal, or AI-focused roles. - **Modern Stack :** Java, AWS, Kubernetes, SQL/NoSQL, and AI-enabled services. - **Collaboration :** Work with talented engineers, product leaders, and designers. - **Core Values :** Be part of a company that lives by Shattering Boundaries, Sparking Greatness, and Sharing Success. #LI-Onsite Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental commitment at Cornerstone OnDemand. All qualified applicants are given consideration regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class as provided in applicable Federal, State, or Local fair employment laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [email protected]

📌 AI Engineer - India (Hyderabad)
🏢 Cornerstone OnDemand
📍 Hyderabad