Principal Machine Learning Developer: AI/ML Platform

Autodesk; Montreal (administrative region); Remote; CAD 153,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk is seeking a Principal MLOps Developer to join the AI/ML Platform team in Canada. You will own platform components for model training, inference, data processing, deployment automation, monitoring, and governance.

As a principal contributor, you will drive secure, scalable ML development lifecycle capabilities and collaborate with researchers, data engineers, software teams, and product managers to deliver robust platform services across Autodesk’s product suites.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of software development and engineering.
• Strong background in AI/ML including deep learning and neural networks.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or Go.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational excellence of the AI/ML Platform across the lifecycle.
• Lead design of scalable, secure platform services for ML development.
• Build automated deployment pipelines for ML models and artifacts.
• Develop systems to automate ML development and operations workflows.
• Collaborate on scalable infrastructure for training, inference, and data processing.
• Create tools for deploying and operating ML artifacts in production.
• Automate large-scale data transformation and management.
• Design low-latency, scalable prediction services.
• Develop monitoring and logging for model/performance and reliability.
• Work with data engineers to optimize data pipelines.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration across ML researchers and engineers.
• Implement model governance and versioning practices.
• Enforce security and compliance across MLOps.

Skills

Python

Java

Go

TensorFlow

PyTorch

MLOps

Cloud computing

Education

BS in Computer Science

MS in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

Git

Docker

MLflow

Job description

Principal Machine Learning Operations Developer: AI/ML Platform

Location: Canada. Open to Toronto, Ontario or Remote Ontario.

About Autodesk

Autodesk makes software for people who make things. We are a global leader in 3D design, engineering, manufacturing, and entertainment software. Our customers use Autodesk software to design and make the physical and virtual worlds that we live in. If you've ever driven a high-performance car, admired a towering skyscraper, used a smartphone, or watched a great film or played an immersive game, chances are you've experienced what millions of Autodesk customers are doing with our software.

Position Overview

Autodesk, a global leader in 3D design, engineering, manufacturing, and entertainment software, is seeking a skilled Principal MLOps Developer to join our AI/ML Platform team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operationalization of machine learning models and the overall efficiency of our next-generation AI/ML platform used in the development of machine learning and generative AI solutions powering Autodesk’s suite of products and services. You will collaborate with research and product engineering from various domains including design, construction, manufacturing, and media & entertainment to deliver platform capabilities that support the full AI/ML development lifecycle.

As a principal-level contributor, you will help build innovative capabilities that enable faster, more secure development and deployment of machine learning and generative AI solutions. You will take ownership of critical platform components, provide architectural direction, and contribute to scalable systems for model training, inference, data processing, deployment automation, monitoring, governance, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence: Drive the operational excellence and technical direction of our AI/ML Platform by implementing and optimizing MLOps practices across the full machine learning development lifecycle
• Innovative System Design: Lead the design and engineering of software systems and platform services for the AI/ML Platform, contributing to scalable, secure, and reliable ML development and operations
• Deployment Automation: Design and implement automated deployment pipelines for machine learning models and ML artifacts, ensuring seamless transitions from development to production
• Workflow Automation: Develop comprehensive systems to automate and optimize laborious ML development and operational processes, integrating them into the platform to streamline operations
• Scalable Infrastructure: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain scalable infrastructure for model training, inference, data processing, and ML artifact management
• ML Solution Deployment: Develop tools for building, deploying, and operating ML artifacts in production environments, facilitating a smooth transition from development to deployment
• Big Data Management: Automate and orchestrate tasks related to managing large-scale data transformation, data processing, and data stores that support model training, validation, deployment, and operations
• Scalable Services: Design and implement low latency, scalable prediction and inference services to support the diverse needs of platform users and Autodesk product teams
• Monitoring and Logging: Develop and maintain robust monitoring and logging systems to track model performance, system health, operational reliability, and overall platform efficiency
• Collaboration with Data Engineers: Work closely with data engineers to ensure efficient data pipelines for model training, validation, deployment, and ongoing platform operations
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate across diverse teams, including machine learning researchers, data engineers, software developers, product managers, software architects, and operations teams, fostering a collaborative and cohesive work environment
• Version Control and Model Governance: Implement version control systems for machine learning models and contribute to model governance practices
• Governance and Trust: Contribute to the implementation of robust model governance practices, version control systems, and adherence to compliance standards. Uphold data privacy and ethical considerations, fostering trust in our AI/ML solutions
• Security and Compliance: Enforce security best practices and compliance standards in all aspects of MLOps, ensuring data privacy and platform security
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process automation and optimization, and implement strategies to enhance the overall MLOps lifecycle
• Architectural Leadership: Take ownership of critical components of the platform, providing architectural direction and contributing to the overall success of the AI/ML Platform

Basic Qualifications

• Educational Background: BS or MS in Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in software development and engineering, with a solid record of delivering production systems and services
• Strong background in AI/ML with experience in deep learning, statistical modeling, and neural networks
• Expertise in AI/ML Technologies: Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks (such as TensorFlow, PyTorch) and familiarity with the lifecycle of AI/ML model development, from training to deployment
• Proficiency in Programming Languages: Strong coding skills in languages commonly used in AI/ML and system development, such as Python, Java, or Go
• Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to tackle complex technical challenges, analyze potential solutions, and implement the most effective ones
• Excellent Communication and Teamwork Abilities: Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, along with the ability to work independently
• System Performance Optimization: Deep understanding of performance metrics and latency optimization techniques, with the ability to diagnose, tune, and enhance the efficiency of serving systems
• Commitment to Continuous Learning: A continuous learning mindset to stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in AI/ML, cloud computing, and software engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• GPU Computing: Exposure to leveraging GPU computing for AI/ML workloads, including experience with CUDA, OpenCL, or other GPU programming tools, to significantly enhance model training and inference performance
• Experience with Big Data Technologies: Experience with big data technologies and ecosystems (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka) for processing and analyzing large datasets in a distributed computing environment
• AI/ML Model Monitoring Tools: Familiarity with tools and frameworks for monitoring and managing the performance of AI/ML models in production (e.g., MLflow, Kubeflow, TensorBoard)
• Expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC): Experience with HPC techniques and technologies for optimizing computational workloads, particularly in the context of AI/ML model training and inference

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About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software - from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk - it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $153,000 and $224,400. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging

In-Person Onboarding and Identity Verification

This role may require in-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification.