Senior AI Software Engineer

Job description

At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward‑thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting‑edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long‑term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success.

About the Department The AI and Digital Platform team supports Franklin Templeton’s Sales and Distribution organization by delivering AI, digital, data, and workflow solutions that drive business performance. The team includes software engineers, AI specialists, data professionals, architects, and product partners who collaborate in small, multidisciplinary teams. The environment is hands-on, evidence-driven, and highly collaborative, giving employees opportunities to solve complex business problems, shape enterprise AI products, mentor peers, and influence technical direction.

How You Will Add Value?

Core Responsibilities

You will lead Generative AI solution design and delivery. You will build scalable full-stack applications and services. You will shape AI user experiences and technical architecture. You will develop Retrieval-Augmented Generation solutions and agent workflows. You will create reusable AI platforms, services, and components. You will implement secure, reliable, and scalable production systems. You will measure and improve AI product performance.

Strategic Responsibilities You will define architecture standards and implementation patterns. You will balance quality, cost, latency, and security requirements. You will establish telemetry, evaluation, and monitoring approaches. You will guide engineering decisions using data and product outcomes. You will improve delivery processes and operational excellence. Team & Collaboration You will mentor and develop engineering talent.

You will conduct design and code reviews. You will collaborate with product, data science, and architecture teams. You will partner with governance and security stakeholders. You will resolve complex technical and business trade-offs. What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role? Experience, Education & Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Equivalent practical experience accepted. 8+ years of software engineering experience.

Experience delivering complex production software. Experience building enterprise Generative AI solutions.

Technical Skills

Expert Python development. FastAPI or Django frameworks. APIs, microservices, and distributed systems. Retrieval-Augmented Generation and vector search. Agent orchestration and Model Context Protocol. Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-native platforms. Security, observability, and production operations. Soft Skills Strong technical leadership. Effective stakeholder collaboration. Excellent mentoring capabilities. Sound engineering judgement.

Data-driven decision-making. Work Shift Timings - 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM IST At Franklin Templeton, we believe your benefits should support your life, your goals, and your future. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

Highlights of our benefits include: Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employee’s dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents) Life insurance for protection of employees’ families Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families Personal loan assistance Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP) 12 weeks Paternity leave Onsite fitness center, recreation center, and cafeteria Transport facility Child day care facility for women employees Cricket grounds and gymnasium Library Health Center with doctor availability HDFC ATM on the campus Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

Artificial intelligence or automated tools may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.