[Remote] Senior Engineering Manager - AI at FourKites

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Artificial Intelligence, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have 13+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 years focused on ML/AI systems, and 5+ years of engineering management experience, including managing managers. A proven track record of shipping ML products at scale in production environments and experience with the full ML lifecycle are required. Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms, deep learning, and statistical methods, proficiency in ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX, and programming languages such as Python, Scala, or Java are essential. Experience with distributed computing frameworks like Spark or Ray, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), and MLOps tools is necessary. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels and experience driving technical strategy are also required.

Responsibilities

The Senior Engineering Manager will define and execute the technical strategy for AI/ML initiatives, oversee the design and architecture of scalable ML systems, and drive decisions on technology stack and infrastructure. They will lead, mentor, and grow a team of 15+ AI engineers, data scientists, and software engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. This role involves partnering with Product Management to define the AI product roadmap, translating business objectives into technical initiatives, and managing multiple concurrent AI/ML projects from conception to deployment. The manager will also establish best practices for ML model development, testing, and deployment, implement MLOps practices, and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and AI governance policies.

Skills

AI/ML
Machine Learning
Data Pipelines
Model Deployment
Technology Stack
Frameworks
Infrastructure
Code Reviews
Design Reviews
Technical Mentorship
AI/ML Research
Engineering Leadership
Strategic Thinking
Product Roadmap
KPIs

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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