Principal Machine Learning Engineer

Xcede; Lisboa; Híbrido; USD 70 069 - 116 782; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to lead the development of advanced AI solutions. This role involves designing scalable backend systems, mentoring senior engineers, and driving innovation in AI technologies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, particularly in Python, and a passion for optimizing performance and security in production systems. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will shape the future of AI and data solutions, making a significant impact in a rapidly evolving field.

Qualificações

• 10+ years of software development experience, with 5+ years in Python.
• Expertise in designing and optimizing distributed systems.

Responsabilidades

• Engineer secure and high-performance backend systems and data infrastructures.
• Lead the AI division to develop cutting-edge AI models in production.

Conhecimentos

Python

Software Development

Distributed Systems

Microservices

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Ferramentas

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Containerization Tools

Apache Spark

Delta Lake

Flink

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Associate Director – Data & AI Recruitment

PRINCIPAL MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER

(Lisbon office x1 day a month, OR fully remote in Portugal)

Xcede are delighted to be hiring for a Principal ML Engineer on behalf of a market-leading client. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and deploying advanced, scalable, and high-performing Data & AI solutions. We’re seeking an experienced Backend Engineer with a proven track record in building robust software systems who is eager to innovate in the ever-evolving field of AI specifically.

Responsibilities

1. Design for Scale: Engineer secure, reliable, and high-performance backend systems and data infrastructures that scale seamlessly.
2. Pioneer Innovation: Lead the AI division to develop and deliver cutting-edge AI models in production environments.
3. Set the Standard: Showcase engineering excellence by driving best practices in coding, reviews, and the software development lifecycle.
4. Inspire and Guide: Mentor senior engineers and tech leaders, helping them grow both technically and professionally.
5. Boost Performance: Spearhead efforts to optimize system performance, streamline data pipelines, and enhance ETL workflows.
6. Integrate with Precision: Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth incorporation of AI solutions into Kaizen’s architecture.
7. Stay Ahead of the Curve: Identify and implement emerging technologies to maintain our edge in innovation.
8. Define the Future: Shape the AI technical strategy to align with long-term goals, separate from immediate product priorities.

What You’ll Bring

1. Over 10 years of software development experience across various languages and paradigms, with 5+ years in Python.
2. Proven expertise in designing, optimizing, and scaling distributed systems and microservice architectures.
3. Hands-on experience with message brokers like Kafka or RabbitMQ and advanced messaging patterns.
4. Familiarity with DevOps/MLOps practices and containerization tools.
5. A self-driven approach to tackling complex problems with a focus on performance, security, observability, and quality.
6. A passion for monitoring and troubleshooting production systems to make data-informed decisions.
7. Outstanding communication skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and diverse stakeholders.

Bonus Points

1. Expertise in classic ML, deep learning, and generative AI algorithms.
2. A deep understanding of the ML lifecycle and its differences from traditional software development.
3. Experience building data-intensive, AI-driven products.
4. Knowledge of experimentation platforms, feature serving, and model serving.
5. Proficiency with big data technologies like Apache Spark, Delta Lake, Kafka, Flink, and NoSQL databases.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Technology, Information and Media and Software Development