Machine Learning Engineer (Contract)

career.io; Batu Pahat; Remote; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career services provider is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to develop and implement machine learning models to solve complex problems. This remote role involves collaboration with data scientists and software engineers and requires a proven record in shipping ML products. Candidates should have strong software engineering fundamentals and be proficient in using cloud platforms for model deployment. The position offers a temporary 6-month contract.

Qualifications

• Proven track record shipping ML products end-to-end.
• Ability to handle messy real-world data and build scalable systems.
• Experience with communication of technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement machine learning models and algorithms.
• Collaborate closely with data scientists and software engineers.
• Deploy machine learning solutions in production environments.

Skills

ML experience with classical ML and deep learning

Optimization and causal inference expertise

Familiarity with LLMs and generative AI

Strong software engineering fundamentals

Experience with data preprocessing and feature engineering

Understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning techniques

Familiarity with deep learning architectures

Proficiency in cloud platforms for model deployment

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Experience with Git

Knowledge of data privacy in machine learning

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

The Company We’re rapidly growing and looking for driven and customer‑obsessed professionals to help our team revolutionize the career‑services industry. Career.io is dedicated to creating a better landscape for job seekers everywhere. Through our community of career experts and data insights, our brands empower professionals to take control of their careers, tell the best version of their career stories, and reach their full potential. We’re committed to helping job seekers write the next chapter of their careers and we want to help write yours, too! We hire for growth and longevity because we value the happiness and well‑being of our employees. This is a 100% remote/work‑from‑home role. This is a temporary 6 month contract position.

THE ROLE

Career.io is seeking a highly experienced Machine Learning Engineer to join our innovative team. As a Machine Learning Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex business problems and drive data‑driven decision‑making. You will collaborate closely with data scientists, software engineers, and other stakeholders to deploy machine learning solutions in production environments.

MUST HAVE:

• ML experience with both classical ML and deep learning (PyTorch/TensorFlow), with a proven track record shipping ML products end‑to‑end
• Optimization and causal inference expertise including multi‑objective optimization, constraint satisfaction, and counterfactual/scenario modeling for decision support systems
• Familiarity with LLMs and generative AI with basic understanding of how to integrate LLM APIs, or willingness to quickly learn prompt engineering and RAG concepts
• Strong software engineering fundamentals with ability to handle messy real‑world data, build scalable systems, and communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
• Experience with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and data visualization
• Understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning techniques
• Familiarity with deep learning architectures and neural networks
• Proficiency in using cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) for model deployment and scaling
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work with complex, unstructured data
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams
• Experience with version control systems like Git
• Knowledge of data privacy and security considerations in machine learning
• Ability to work independently and adapt to fast‑paced, evolving projects

NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with reinforcement learning
• Knowledge of containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark)
• Contributions to open‑source machine learning projects or publications in the field
• Experience with automated machine learning (AutoML) tools and platforms

At Career.io, we believe that diversity in thought and cultural background leads to better teams and stronger companies. We seek talented, qualified employees, regardless of race, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Career.io is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Come join our team. Together, we’ll help others tell their career stories and land their dream jobs.