ChowNow

Senior AI/ML Engineer

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Restaurant Technology, SaaS, E-commerceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have experience in designing, developing, and deploying ML and Generative AI solutions. Familiarity with building recommendation systems, generating insights, and creating agentic workflows is expected. The role requires an ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and advocate for best practices.

Responsibilities

The Senior AI/ML Engineer will lead the development of cutting-edge ML and Generative AI solutions for customer-facing products. This includes building recommendation systems, generating insights, and creating agentic workflows. The engineer will also collaborate with other disciplines, propose best practices, and contribute to the design and implementation of alpha products.

Skills

Machine Learning
Generative AI
Recommendation Systems
Python
Cloud Platforms
Data Engineering
MLOps
Deep Learning
Natural Language Processing

ChowNow

Online ordering system for independent restaurants

About ChowNow

ChowNow provides online ordering systems specifically designed for independent restaurants. Their service allows restaurants to integrate orders from multiple platforms, including their own websites, Facebook, Google pages, and ChowNow’s own site, into a single centralized hub. This means restaurant owners do not have to manage multiple devices for different order sources. Unlike many competitors that charge high fees for third-party services, ChowNow offers a commission-free model, making it a more affordable option for small to medium-sized independent restaurants. The company generates revenue through subscription fees and service charges, aiming to help restaurant owners streamline their ordering processes and improve the overall customer experience.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$62.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans
Remote office stipend
Mental health coverage
Parental & family leave
Student loan assistance
Employee stock incentive plan
401(k) savings plan
Pet insurance
Fitness stipend

Risks

Increased competition from convenience stores using voice AI technology.
Smart Answering service may face integration challenges with existing restaurant systems.
New leadership may lead to strategic shifts unsettling existing partnerships.

Differentiation

ChowNow offers commission-free online ordering, unlike competitors with high third-party fees.
The platform integrates orders from multiple sources into a centralized hub for restaurants.
ChowNow provides branded apps and marketing support, enhancing restaurant-customer connections.

Upsides

AI-driven voice technology can enhance customer service and reduce labor costs.
Partnership with Dining Alliance offers discounts, lowering operational costs for restaurant partners.
Acquisition of Cuboh improves order management efficiency and accuracy for restaurant partners.

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