AI/ML Engineer

Adusa; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is hiring an AI/ML Engineer III to build and deploy machine learning models, run training workflows, and integrate AI into production systems. The role supports data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation in collaboration with product partners.

The position offers a flexible/hybrid schedule with three in-person days at core locations and two remote days. Core offices include Salisbury, NC, Chicago, IL, and Quincy, MA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in data science, CS, statistics or related field.
• 5+ years of AI/ML engineering experience.
• Strong experience with Python, ML libraries, and model evaluation.
• Understanding of deep learning and generative AI fundamentals.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy ML models using established architectures and frameworks.
• Support feature engineering, data preprocessing, and model evaluation.
• Assist in developing automated ML training and monitoring pipelines.
• Collaborate with engineering and product partners to refine AI solution requirements.
• Research tools and methods to enhance model performance.
• May be called upon to support critical escalations and must be available during urgent IT incidents as needed.

Skills

Python

ML libraries

Model evaluation

Deep learning

Communication

Cloud ML platforms

Education

Master's degree or PhD

Tools

ML frameworks

Job description

Introduction

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Overview

The AI/ML Engineer III builds machine learning models, implements training and evaluation workflows, and supports integration of AI capabilities into production environments.

*Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office location for this role is Salisbury, NC, Chicago, IL or Quincy, MA.

*Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy ML models using established architectures and frameworks.
• Support feature engineering, data preprocessing, and model evaluation.
• Assist in developing automated ML training and monitoring pipelines.
• Collaborate with engineering and product partners to refine AI solution requirements.
• Research tools and methods to enhance model performance.
• May be called upon to support critical escalations and must be available during urgent IT incidents as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field required; equivalent advanced experience in applied data science may be considered.
• 5+ years of AI/ML engineering experience.
• Strong experience with Python, ML libraries, and model evaluation techniques.
• Understanding of deep learning and generative AI fundamentals.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud ML platforms.

Salary Range: $125,040 - $187,560

Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.