AI Principal Machine Learning Engineer (10189)

Extreme Networks; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model

Inclusive workplace environment

Job summary

A leading global networking company is hiring an AI Staff Machine Learning Engineer to pioneer solutions in Generative AI and machine learning. This role involves driving innovative visions, leading the software development lifecycle, and crafting high-performance architectures. Applicants should have expertise in Python, RESTful API design, and cloud platforms, with a minimum of 5 years experience. The position offers a salary range of $170,000 to $240,000 per year depending on experience, along with a hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in the software development lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of Python and its advanced libraries.
• Experience leading the design and architecture of large distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovative vision for various products and platforms.
• Lead software development lifecycle from design to operations.
• Craft high-performance microservices architectures.

Skills

Expertise in Python

Designing RESTful APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

Machine Learning technologies

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Big data optimization

Education

Degree in mathematics/computer science or related discipline

MS or PhD in Computer Science or equivalent experience in ML

Tools

FastAPI

Triton

TensorRT

Sagemaker

Job description

Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions. They rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver unprecedented progress. With double-digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme.

Inclusion is one of our core values and in our DNA. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all our employees thrive because of their differences, not in spite of them.

Become part of Something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there’s no better time to join the Extreme team.

Position: AI Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Gen AI, Machine Learning, Graph ML, Big Data

Experience: 5 to 14 Years

Hybrid/Remote

Our AI Core group is pioneering platforms and solutions for Generative AI, including AI Agents, RAG, Knowledge Bases, Data Mining, Anomaly Detection, and LLM fine-tuning. These innovations power flagship Extreme products while enabling entirely new offerings. Together, we are driving a fundamental shift in how businesses manage networks by building intelligent, high-performance multi-agent systems that perceive, learn, and act in real time. At Extreme, innovation is not just encouraged, it is expected. Advance with us and help shape the future of network intelligence.

About the position

• Be a thought leader and forward thinker, help drive an innovative vision for our various products and platforms, design and launch strategic machine learning (ML) solutions and drive business-wide innovation.
• Take the lead in the end-to-end software development lifecycle, encompassing design, testing, deployment, and operations, lead technical discussions and strategy, and participate hands‑on in design reviews, code reviews, and implementation.
• Craft high-performance, high-scale microservices architectures, including synchronous and asynchronous web services.
• Develop real-time online inferencing for highly complex models using Triton, TensorRT and mixed precision computing.
• Mentor and develop other engineers on the team, establish technical direction and foster team culture.
• Uphold the highest standards of technical rigor in engineering and operational excellence, build highly resilient and scalable systems, and champion operational and process improvements.

Basic Qualifications

• Degree in mathematics/computer science or related discipline.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in the complete software development lifecycle including design, coding, code reviews, testing, build processes, deployments and operations.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in Python with an in-depth knowledge of its advanced features and libraries.
• Expertise in designing RESTful APIs with hands‑on experience with technologies such as FastAPI.
• Proficient in Docker, Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD practices.
• 3+ years of experience in leading the design and architecture of large distributed systems preferably on cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Computer Science or equivalent experience in ML.
• Experience working with ML technologies (PyTorch, Sagemaker, Triton, TensorRT, etc.).
• Experience with NoSQL and document databases.
• Proven ability to handle big data, optimize workflows, and improve system performance.
• Come work with a team of highly talented engineers, and advance with us to achieve new heights every day!

• Salary based on qualifications, experience and region up to USD 170 k to 240 K plus benefits.

Salary: $170,000 - $240,000 a year

Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR) creates effortless networking experiences that enable all of us to advance. We push the boundaries of technology leveraging the powers of machine learning, artificial intelligence, analytics, and automation. Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end‑to‑end, cloud‑driven networking solutions and rely on our top‑rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver progress like never before. For more information, visit Extreme's website or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

We encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. Come Advance with us! In keeping with our values, no employee or applicant will face discrimination/harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination/harassment based on “protected categories,” Extreme Networks also strives to prevent other, subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (e.g., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our organization. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at Extreme Networks.