Engagement models
Three ways to work with me
Every model starts with a written scope. Evidence is documented and labelled as measured results, demonstrated capabilities, or targets. Pick the shape that fits where you are.
Book a callProject
A scoped build with a written specification, fixed deliverables and a timeline.
Good fit when
You know the outcome you need: an agent, a RAG system, a fine-tuned model, an extraction pipeline.
Includes
- Specification and architecture before code
- Weekly preview deployments
- Tests, CI and handover documentation
- Two weeks of post-launch fixes
How it starts: A call, then a proposal within a week.
Retainer
A fixed number of days per month as the senior AI engineer inside your team.
Good fit when
You have a product and a team, and AI work keeps stalling for lack of a specialist.
Includes
- Architecture and code review
- Hands-on delivery on the hardest parts
- Evaluation and monitoring ownership
- Monthly written summary
How it starts: A one-month trial at the agreed cadence.
Advisory
Strategy, feasibility and architecture reviews without hands-on build.
Good fit when
You are deciding what to build, what to buy, or whether a vendor proposal holds up.
Includes
- Written assessment and roadmap
- Build-versus-buy options with costs
- Evaluation plan
- Follow-up review call
How it starts: Two to four weeks, fixed scope.
About working together
Why are there no prices here?
Because scope drives price and I would rather quote after one conversation than publish a number that fits nobody. Proposals always state a fixed figure or a day rate.
Can a project turn into a retainer?
Often. Many retainers start as a project that shipped and then needs an owner for the AI parts.
Do you work in my time zone?
I am based in India and keep at least four hours of overlap with Europe and the US east coast, more for calls when needed.
Have a problem that looks like this?
Tell me about it. I reply within one working day with a first take and no sales pitch.