Forward-Deployed RL Systems Engineering Manager

Labelbox

San Francisco (CA)

Hybrid

USD 180,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A leading AI infrastructure company is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineering Manager in San Francisco. You will lead a team focused on developing RL environments for AI systems, ensuring high quality and reliability. The role calls for 5+ years of software engineering experience, preferably in Python, along with strong skills in containerization and managing engineering teams. This position offers a hybrid work model and significant career growth opportunities based on impact.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience (Python).
  • 2+ years managing or leading engineers.
  • Strong understanding of reinforcement learning fundamentals.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of Forward Deployed Engineers.
  • Own the RL environment roadmap.
  • Ensure reliability and integrity through instrumentation.

Skills

Software engineering (Python)
Containerization and sandboxing (Docker, Firecracker)
Reinforcement learning fundamentals
Systems thinking
Debugging skills
Excellent communication

Tools

GCP
AWS

Job description

A leading AI infrastructure company is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineering Manager in San Francisco. You will lead a team focused on developing RL environments for AI systems, ensuring high quality and reliability. The role calls for 5+ years of software engineering experience, preferably in Python, along with strong skills in containerization and managing engineering teams. This position offers a hybrid work model and significant career growth opportunities based on impact.
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