Machine Learning Engineer, Specialist

Vanguard; Malvern (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to develop and program machine learning algorithms for data analysis in a production environment. This role emphasizes collaboration with data science teams and internal stakeholders to enhance data pipelines and model integration. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Python, PySpark, and AWS, and will thrive in a hybrid work model that balances flexibility with teamwork. Join a mission-driven organization focused on long-term financial wellbeing, where your contributions will shape impactful solutions and drive business success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years related work experience.
• Proficiency in machine learning integrated software algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Develops and supports data pipelines for model development.
• Engages with stakeholders to translate requirements into analytic approaches.

Skills

Python

PySpark

SQL

NoSQL DB

AWS Cloud Tech Stack

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Tools

Glue

S3

Job description

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Supports and performs the development and programming of machine learning integrated software algorithms to structure, analyze, and leverage data in a production environment.

Core Responsibilities

1. Leverages data pipeline designs and supports the development of data pipelines to support model development. Proficient with software tools that develop data pipelines in a distributed computing environment (PySpark, GlueETL).
2. Supports integration of model pipelines in a production environment. Develops understanding of SDLC for model production.
3. Reviews pipeline designs, makes data model design changes as needed. Documents and reviews design changes with data science teams.
4. Supports data discovery & automated ingestion for model development. Performs detailed analysis of raw data sources for data quality, applies business context, and model development needs.
5. Engages with internal stakeholders to understand and probe business processes in order to develop hypotheses. Brings structure to requests and translates requirements into an analytic approach. Participates in and influences ongoing business planning and departmental prioritization activities.
6. Runs model monitoring scripts, follows process for alerts to management as needed. Addresses issues found in data pipelines from model monitoring alerts.
7. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
2. Minimum of five years related work experience.
3. Proficiency in Python, PySpark, SQL, NoSQL DB, and AWS Cloud Tech Stack (Glue, S3, etc.).

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we are on a mission to work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients, lead through innovative products and services, and foster a culture of learning and development. Our hybrid working model combines flexibility with in-person collaboration to support our mission and enrich the employee experience.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology