[Remote] Senior Engineering Manager at FourKites

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Supply Chain, Technology, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

  • 13+ years of software engineering experience, with 5+ years focused on ML/AI systems
  • 5+ years of engineering management experience, including managing managers
  • Proven track record of shipping ML products at scale in production environments
  • Experience with full ML lifecycle: data collection, feature engineering, model training, deployment, and monitoring
  • Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms, deep learning, and statistical methods
  • Proficiency in ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX) and programming languages (Python, Scala, Java)
  • Experience with distributed computing frameworks (Spark, Ray) and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Knowledge of MLOps tools and practices (Kubeflow, MLflow, Airflow, Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Understanding of data engineering, ETL pipelines, and big data technologies
  • Demonstrated ability to build and scale engineering teams
  • Strong communication skills with ability to influence at all levels of the organization
  • Experience driving technical strategy and making architectural decisions

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the technical strategy for AI/ML initiatives across multiple product areas
  • Oversee the design and architecture of scalable ML systems, from data pipelines to model deployment
  • Drive decisions on technology stack, frameworks, and infrastructure for AI/ML workloads
  • Ensure engineering excellence through code reviews, design reviews, and technical mentorship
  • Stay current with AI/ML research and industry trends to inform strategic decisions
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a team of 15+ AI engineers, data scientists, and software engineers
  • Build high-performing teams through hiring, performance management, and career development
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
  • Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development conversations
  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the engineering organization
  • Partner with Product Management to define AI product roadmap and priorities
  • Translate business objectives into technical initiatives and measurable outcomes
  • Manage multiple concurrent AI/ML projects from conception to production deployment
  • Establish and track KPIs for team performance, model quality, and system reliability
  • Balance innovation with pragmatic delivery to meet business deadlines
  • Work closely with Data Science, Product, Design, and other engineering teams
  • Communicate technical concepts and trade-offs to non-technical stakeholders
  • Represent engineering in executive discussions and strategic planning sessions
  • Build relationships with external partners, vendors, and research institutions
  • Drive alignment across teams on AI ethics, responsible AI practices, and governance
  • Establish best practices for ML model development, testing, and deployment
  • Implement MLOps practices for continuous integration and deployment of ML models
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and AI governance policies
  • Drive improvements in model monitoring, A/B testing, and experimentation frameworks
  • Manage engineering budget and resource allocation

Skills

AI
ML
Machine Learning
Data Pipelines
Model Deployment
Scalable Systems
Engineering Leadership
Technical Strategy
Code Reviews
Design Reviews
Hiring
Performance Management
Product Roadmap

FourKites

Real-time supply chain visibility platform

About FourKites

FourKites provides a platform for supply chain management that focuses on real-time visibility and predictive analytics. The platform collects data from millions of shipments worldwide and uses AI technology to analyze this data, offering businesses insights to improve their supply chain operations. This helps companies manage risks, enhance responsiveness, and optimize their processes. FourKites connects all parts of a supply chain through its applications, ensuring that teams have access to the same information. A unique feature of their platform is Fin AI, which uses natural language processing to help businesses find optimization opportunities and automate tasks. Unlike its competitors, FourKites stands out by combining a vast real-time supply chain network with specialized applications and patented AI technology. The goal of FourKites is to help large brands manage their supply chains more effectively and efficiently.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$205.8MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision
PTO
401k with company match
Annual wellness stipend
Ongoing learning & development opportunities

Risks

Emergence of competitors like Auger with significant funding challenges FourKites' market share.
Overhaul's $55 million funding round intensifies competition in supply chain visibility.
Rapid market growth may attract more entrants, increasing competition for FourKites.

Differentiation

FourKites tracks 3 million shipments daily across multiple transportation modes.
The platform integrates real-time data with machine learning for end-to-end supply chain visibility.
FourKites' YardWorks suite optimizes gate and yard logistics with AI and computer vision.

Upsides

FourKites is recognized as a leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for four consecutive years.
The company collaborates with major brands like Organik Kimya and Clariant to enhance efficiency.
Growing demand for AI-powered supply chain tools boosts FourKites' market potential.

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