ML Engineer — Flexible Work & Player-Performance Modeling

Newcastle United FC; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Machine Learning Engineer to leverage advanced machine learning technologies to enhance digital solutions and evaluate player performance metrics. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree and strong proficiency in Python and ML libraries. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, emphasizing inclusion, employee wellbeing, and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Participation in bonus scheme

Life assurance

Free parking

Discounts at Shearers Bar and Club Shop

Wellbeing resources

Free lunch

Free tea and coffee

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant subject.
• Strong proficiency in Python, including dataframes and prototypes.
• Solid foundation in machine learning workflows and libraries.

Responsibilities

• Apply advancements in ML and data science to enhance digital products.
• Own the model lifecycle from prototype to production.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver effective solutions.

Skills

Python programming

Machine learning workflows

Statistical modeling

Cloud platforms

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject

Tools

Pandas

PyTorch

Docker

Azure

Snowflake

Job description

A professional football club in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Machine Learning Engineer to leverage advanced machine learning technologies to enhance digital solutions and evaluate player performance metrics. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree and strong proficiency in Python and ML libraries. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, emphasizing inclusion, employee wellbeing, and professional development.