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The firm is recognised for its innovative approach, combining strategy and management consulting with data science and creativity. Sia Partners serves a diverse range of sectors, including energy, banking, healthcare, and technology, providing services to over 1,000 clients worldwide, including many Fortune 500 companies. With a strong emphasis on delivering tangible results and superior value, Sia Partners is committed to helping clients navigate the digital revolution and achieve transformation. The firm operates with a global presence, employing over 3,500 consultants across 48 locations in 20 countries\nOur Mumbai office was launched in 2024, marking an exciting new chapter for us. We’re building the team with people who are eager to shape something from the ground up - combining the agility and entrepreneurial energy of a startup with the backing and reach of a global brand.\n We are seeking a Staff Engineer to support the design and delivery of next-generation AI and Generative AI platforms within Sia’s AI Factory. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on building scalable, production-grade systems where LLMs, agentic workflows, and machine learning models integrate seamlessly with cloud-native backend services.\nYou will work closely with product, data science, and platform teams to translate business and client requirements into robust technical solutions. The role requires strong Python expertise, experience with distributed systems and microservices, and a pragmatic approach to delivering reliable, scalable systems in enterprise environments. 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