We're looking for a
Principal Software Engineer - AI
This role is
Office Based, Hyderabad Office
Principal Software Engineer - AIThis role is Office Based, Hyderabad OfficeWe are seeking an accomplished
Principal Software Engineer - AI
to provide technical leadership and visionary direction for our AI initiatives. As a principal engineer, you will set the strategy, drive innovation, and solve the most challenging technical problems in intelligent talent technology.
In this role you will…
- Strategically architect and oversee the design, development, and deployment of complex AI-driven features within Cornerstone’s Workforce Agility products including AI-Native products using Generative AI, Agentic Frameworks.
- Serve as a subject-matter expert and thought leader in AI/ML space, driving best practices across teams.
- Lead research, development, and integration of state-of-the-art solutions involving NLP, recommendation systems, and generative AI.
- Establish scalable data pipelines and define standards for model evaluation and robust lifecycle management.
- Review and elevate code quality, architectural decisions, and documentation processes.
- Influence product strategy, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and present on technical direction and innovation.
- Remain at the forefront of emerging AI technologies, shaping the roadmap and mentoring technical teams on advanced concepts.
You’ve Got What It Takes If You Have…
- Masters or PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field.
- 10+ years of hands-on experience with machine learning, Java, Python, and enterprise software development.
- 1-2years in developing products with Generative AI.
- Exceptional expertise in AI frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn), LLMs, Generative AI, and recommendation systems.
- Demonstrated experience architecting systems at scale and leading technical transformations.
- Agentic systems, familiarity with A2A and MCP.
- Outstanding communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.
Our Culture
Spark Greatness. Shatter Boundaries. Share Success. Are you ready? Because here, right now – is where the future of work is happening. Where curious disruptors and change innovators like you are helping communities and customers enable everyone – anywhere – to learn, grow and advance. To be better tomorrow than they are today.
Who We Are
Cornerstone powers the potential of organizations and their people to thrive in a changing world. Cornerstone Galaxy, the complete AI-powered workforce agility platform, meets organizations where they are. With Galaxy, organizations can identify skills gaps and development opportunities, retain and engage top talent, and provide multimodal learning experiences to meet the diverse needs of the modern workforce. More than 7,000 organizations and 100 million+ users in 180+ countries and in nearly 50 languages use Cornerstone Galaxy to build high-performing, future-ready organizations and people today.
Total Rewards
At Cornerstone, we are dedicated to inspiring excellence and pushing boundaries in everything we do. Our compensation strategy is based on three fundamental principles: equitable pay, market-driven research, and skill-based appraisals. As part of our mission to share success and empower individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world, the listed salary range is just one element of Cornerstone’s comprehensive compensation package. This compensation package may also include annual bonuses, short- and program-specific awards depending on the role, and a comprehensive benefit offering. The disclosed salary range reflects the geographic differential based on the location of the position if applicable. The starting salary for the successful applicant will depend on several job-related factors, including education, training, experience, certifications, location, business needs, and market demands. This range is based on a full-time position and may be adjusted in the future. Join us in shaping the future of work — tomorrow, together. Experience flexibility and empowerment in your career at Cornerstone. The BASE salary range for this position is: 2432000 - 3891000 INR.Check us out on LinkedIn , Comparably , Glassdoor , and Facebook !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, religion, color, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 careers@csod.com or +1 855 454 8433.Read the EEO is the Law poster here , and the supplementary poster hereRead the Read the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster here
