Senior Machine Learning Operations Engineer - AI/ML Platform

PowerToFly; Toronto; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in Toronto is seeking a Senior MLOps Engineer to enhance operational efficiency and automation in their AI/ML Platform. You will be responsible for deploying machine learning models, designing automated pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate holds a BS or MS in Computer Science and has over 5 years of experience in MLOps. Competitive compensation includes a base salary between $106,500 and $156,200, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Work-Life Balance

Paid volunteer time off

6-week paid sabbatical every 4 years

Employee Resource Groups

A 'week of rest' at year's end

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps and MLOps.
• Proficiency in implementing Infrastructure as Code practices.
• Understanding of security best practices in MLOps.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational excellence of the AI/ML Platform.
• Design and implement automated deployment pipelines.
• Develop robust monitoring and logging systems.
• Collaborate with data engineers for efficient data pipelines.

Skills

MLOps practices

Deployment automation

Containerization technologies

CI/CD processes

Scripting skills in Python

Monitoring and logging tools

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK Stack

Job description

Position Overview

Autodesk, a global leader in 3D design, engineering, manufacturing, and entertainment software, is seeking a skilled Senior MLOps Engineer 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 support platform operations.

Responsibilities

• Operational Efficiency: Drive the operational excellence of our AI/ML Platform by implementing and optimizing MLOps practices.
• Deployment Automation: Design and implement automated deployment pipelines for machine learning models, ensuring seamless transitions from development to production.
• Scalable Infrastructure: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain scalable infrastructure for model training, inference, and data processing.
• Monitoring and Logging: Develop and maintain robust monitoring and logging systems to track model performance, system health, and overall platform efficiency.
• Collaboration with Data Engineers: Work closely with data engineers to ensure efficient data pipelines for model training and validation.
• 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, optimization, and implement strategies to enhance the overall MLOps lifecycle.
• Troubleshooting and Incident Response: Play a key role in identifying and resolving operational issues, contributing to incident response and system recovery.

Minimum Qualifications

• Educational Background: BS or MS in Computer Science, or related field.
• MLOps Experience: 5+ years of hands‑on experience in DevOps and MLOps, with a focus on deploying and managing machine learning models in production environments.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficiency in implementing Infrastructure as Code practices using tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Containerization: Strong expertise in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for orchestrating and scaling machine learning workloads.
• CI/CD: Demonstrated experience in setting up and managing Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment pipelines for machine learning projects.
• Scripting and Automation: Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar languages for automating operational processes.
• Monitoring Tools: Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack) for tracking system and model performance.
• Security Awareness: Understanding of security best practices in MLOps, including data encryption, access controls, and compliance standards.
• Collaboration Skills: Excellent collaboration and communication skills, working effectively with cross‑functional teams including data engineers, software developers, and researchers.
• Problem‑solving Skills: Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex operational issues in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cloud Experience: Experience with cloud platforms, especially AWS or Azure, for deploying and managing machine learning infrastructure.
• Database Knowledge: Familiarity with databases and data storage solutions commonly used in MLOps, such as SQL, NoSQL, or data lakes.
• Machine Learning Frameworks: Exposure to popular machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and their integration into MLOps processes.
• Collaboration Tools: Previous experience with collaboration tools like Git for version control and Jira for project management.
• Agile Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and working in an iterative, collaborative environment.

Learn More

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–BC based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $106,500 and $156,200. 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.

Diversity & Belonging

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

What Autodesk Has to Offer

• Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision/Life
• Work‑Life Balance
• Paid volunteer time off
• 6‑week paid sabbatical every 4 years
• Employee Resource Groups
• A "week of rest" at year's end