Machine Learning Architect

Slalom Build; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic well-being

Meaningful allowances

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Slalom in New Zealand is seeking a senior Machine Learning Architect to bridge strategy and hands-on delivery. You will design and implement next-gen AI/ML systems that integrate into customer applications, focusing on scalable, production-ready solutions.

Lead architecture for ML pipelines, including Generative AI, computer vision, and LLM integrations. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to turn complex business requirements into intelligent, practical features.

Qualifications

• Senior level consultant with proven AI/ML deployment track record.
• Deep understanding of neural networks, computer vision and Generative AI.
• Hands-on with TensorFlow, PyTorch and Scikit-learn; able to orchestrate LLM apps.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable production-ready AI/ML solutions from ground up.
• Drive integration of LLMs through advanced prompt engineering and prompt flows.
• Leverage TensorFlow, PyTorch, MLflow, Scikit-learn and Kubeflow to build models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional product and engineering teams to translate requirements.

Skills

Neural networks

Computer vision

Generative AI

LLMs integration

Prompt engineering

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

MLflow

Kubeflow

Job description

Slalom is a fiercely human consulting company focused on end-to-end business transformation enabled by technology. With 20-plus years of experience and operating in 45+ markets around the world, Slalom teams have the autonomy to move fast and do what's right for our clients, making us more personal and nimbler than traditional consulting firms.

At Slalom, we offer variety, fulfilment, and balance. You can work with the world's top companies, keep up with the latest technology, flex your skills across industries, pursue your life outside of work, and spend quality time with your family. After launching our Auckland office in February 2023, we are continuing to grow, and this role is yet another opportunity to start your journey with Slalom and help us shape the future.

About the Role

As a Machine Learning Architect, you will bridge the gap between strategic vision and hands-on execution. You will be the architect behind our next-generation AI/ML solutions, designing and implementing robust systems that integrate seamlessly into our user and business applications.

This is a highly impactful role where you will tackle complex business challenges using cutting-edge technologies. You will own the architecture of our ML pipelines and drive innovation across modern Generative AI, computer vision, and deep learning frameworks.

What you'll do

In this role, you will design and implement scalable, production-ready AI/ML solutions from the ground up, driving the integration of LLMs through advanced prompt engineering and prompt flows. You will leverage a sophisticated tech stack—utilising tools like TensorFlow, PyTorch, MLflow, Scikit-learn, and Kubeflow to build and deploy robust models, while collaborating closely with cross-functional product and engineering teams to transform complex business requirements into intelligent, real-world application features.

What you'll bring

As a senior level consultant in the AI/ML space, you'll bring a proven track record of designing and deploying production-grade machine learning solutions, backed by a deep understanding of neural networks, computer vision, and modern Generative AI. You possess hands‑on expertise with framework staples like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn, alongside the practical know‑how to orchestrate models using MLflow and Kubeflow and integrate complex LLM applications. Crucially, as a consultant, you must combine this technical depth with a strong client-facing presence and high emotional intelligence; you are adept at managing diverse stakeholders, guiding clients through AI readiness, and acting as a trusted advisor. You bring exceptional analytical problem-solving skills to translate ambiguous business challenges into elegant, scalable architecture, coupled with the agility to pivot seamlessly between diverse industries, project scopes, and fast-paced client environments.

Our Values

Our culture and values reflect each individual Slalomer. We are dedicated to encouraging workplace diversity and ensuring all our people, from any background can contribute to their full potential. We wish to build a team that echoes the diversity of the communities we serve, and our values are an active part of our every day, guiding our decisions.

What keeps us here?

Our New Zealand office knows the importance of a good work/life balance. We have the freedom to be ourselves when life gets in the way. We make a big effort to bring everyone together and allow space when space is needed. We believe in helping each other thrive in work and life and are proud to invest in benefits that include holistic well‑being, meaningful allowances, and investment in our team’s professional, technical, and personal growth. It’s an exciting time to be one of our foundational members, getting involved in setting up our ‘Kiwi’ values and culture and what makes us uniquely Slalom NZ!

Slalom prides itself on helping our team members thrive in their work and life. As a result, Slalom is proud to invest in our team members with competitive and innovative benefit programs and services that meet the unique needs of our diverse workforce.

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