Principal Machine Learning Engineer

CMT AI; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 177,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

RSUs

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

Unlimited PTO

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) seeks a Principal Machine Learning Engineer I to design, build, and operate production ML systems at scale in Cambridge, MA. You will transform sequential and multi-modal models into reliable products that power risk assessment, engagement, and event detection.

The role requires 7+ years in AI/ML, hands-on deep learning with temporal data, strong Python, AWS, SQL, and collaboration across research, product, and platform teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent years of experience and/or certification in Data Science, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics
• 7+ years of professional experience in AI/ML
• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and deploying deep learning models with a strong portfolio in generative AI for sequential or spatio-temporal data
• Strong software engineering skills in Python
• Must have at least two years of AWS experience and demonstrated knowledge of common AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, Athena, Redshift, etc
• Must have at least 2 years of professional experience with computer languages such as Python, C++, Scala, etc
• Strong knowledge of SQL concepts, ability to comprehend and write complex SQL statements
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and operate production ML systems at scale
• Turn advanced models for sequential and multi-modal data into reliable products
• Partner with research, product, and platform teams to deliver measurable business impact across cloud and edge

Skills

Python

AWS

SQL

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Deep learning

C++/Scala

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in data science, CS, EE, physics, or math

Tools

AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, Athena, Redshift)

Docker

Kubernetes

Spark/Beam

Airflow

Kafka/Pub/Sub

Job description

As a Principal Machine Learning Engineer I, you will design, build, and operate production ML systems at scale. You will turn advanced models for sequential and multi-modal data into reliable products that power risk assessment, engagement, and event detection. You will partner with research, product, and platform teams to deliver measurable business impact across cloud and edge.

CMT is looking for a Principal Machine Learning Engineer I to help us change the world. CMT has helped protect over 65 million drivers and prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. We build AI to solve some of the most difficult challenges in mobility — understanding and reducing risk, detecting crashes, and getting people life-saving help. The problems are hard. The impact is real. No matter your role, your work will matter at CMT.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or equivalent years of experience and/or certification in Data Science, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics
• 7+ years of professional experience in AI/ML
• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and deploying deep learning models with a strong portfolio in generative AI for sequential or spatio-temporal data
• Strong software engineering skills in Python
• Must have at least two years of AWS experience and demonstrated knowledge of common AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, Athena, Redshift, etc
• Must have at least 2 years of professional experience with computer languages such as Python, C++, Scala, etc
• Strong knowledge of SQL concepts, ability to comprehend and write complex SQL statements
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration

Nice to Haves:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Hands-on experience with time-series or multi-modal architectures for sensor fusion and behavioral modeling
• Background in self-supervised learning on real-world sensor data and physics-informed modeling
• Experience building large-scale data processing and orchestration: Spark or Beam, Airflow, Kafka or Pub/Sub, Docker, and Kubernetes on AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Publications in strong AI or ML venues

Compensation and Benefits:

• Fair and competitive salary based on skills and experience, and annual performance bonus
• Equity may be awarded in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, matching 401k, short-term & long-term disability and parental leave
• Unlimited Paid Time Off including vacation, sick days & public holidays
• Flexible scheduling and work from home policy depending on role and responsibilities

Base Salary Range

• The base salary range for this position is: $177,000 to $221,300. This range is specifically for Cambridge, MA

Additional Perks:

• Work on a mission with real impact: crashes prevented, injuries avoided, lives protected around the world
• Join an industry leader — 65 million drivers protected, powering 140+ programs across 25 countries
• Recognized innovator in mobility AI, earning top honors including the TIME Industry Leader in AI, a Gold Edison Award, and the Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award for AI for Social Good. CMT is also Great Place to Work Certified
• Be part of the team inventing the future of mobility and road safety
• Move fast, own outcomes, do work that matters
• High ownership, small teams, and direct access to leadership — no layers between your work and its impact
• Unlimited PTO, flexible scheduling, competitive salary, annual performance bonus, RSUs, and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k match
• Summer Fridays provide team members with half days to recharge
• Join one of our employee resource groups: Black, AAPI, LGBTQIA+, Women, Book Club, and Health & Wellness
• Comprehensive wellness, education, and employee assistance programs

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

At CMT, we believe the best ideas come from a mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace and culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique talents and perspectives. Diversity is essential to our success, and we actively seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability state. CMT is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. To learn more, visit www.cmtelematics.com and follow us on Instagram @cmt.ai

About Cambridge Mobile Telematics:

Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) is the world's largest telematics and AI company for safer mobility. Its mission is to make the world's roads and drivers safer. The company's AI-driven platform, DriveWell Fusion®, proactively identifies and reduces driving risk, leading to fewer crashes and injuries. To date, CMT's technology has helped prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. CMT enables partners to measure risk, detect crashes, provide life-saving assistance, and streamline claims. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, CMT operates globally with offices in Budapest, Hungary; Chennai, India; Seattle, Washington; Tokyo, Japan; and Zagreb, Croatia. Learn more at www.cmt.ai.