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Masai

About the Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced AI/ML Industry Mentor to coach and upskill learners in Tamil. This role combines technical mentoring, project reviews, and interview preparation for learners building practical, industry-ready ML solutions.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on AI/ML industry experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to simplify complex technical concepts and guide learners effectively.
Role &amp; Responsibilities
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Conduct live mentoring sessions and technical office hours in Tamil, covering core AI/ML concepts, frameworks, and industry best practices.
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Review learners' code, notebooks, and capstone projects and provide actionable technical feedback.
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Guide learners on model selection, feature engineering, training, evaluation, and deployment.
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Conduct technical assessments, mock interviews, and project reviews to prepare learners for industry opportunities.
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Help learners understand real-world AI/ML engineering practices and production considerations.
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Collaborate with curriculum and product teams to improve course content and practical assignments.
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Track learner progress and maintain mentorship records.
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Identify learner challenges and work with the relevant teams to resolve blockers.
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Skills &amp; Qualifications
Must-Have
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Hands-on experience with Python for AI/ML workflows.
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Experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
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Strong understanding of Scikit-learn and ML model evaluation.
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Practical experience with AI/ML projects and deployment.
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Prior experience in mentoring, teaching, training, or technical coaching.
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Strong Tamil communication skills — verbal and written.
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Ability to explain complex AI/ML concepts in a simple and practical manner.
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Preferred
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Familiarity with MLOps and Docker-based workflows.
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Experience working on NLP or Computer Vision projects.
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Experience conducting technical interviews.
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Experience reviewing ML resumes, projects, or portfolios.
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Industry experience in building and deploying production-level ML solutions.
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Engagement &amp; Benefits
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Part-time, flexible engagement designed for working professionals.
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Remote opportunity across India.
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Opportunity to mentor and impact job-ready AI/ML learners.
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Opportunity to contribute to curriculum and practical learning experiences.
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Competitive mentor compensation.
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Collaborative environment with experienced instructors and industry professionals.
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