Senior ML Engineer, Applied Machine Learning
Red Cell PartnersSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & ServicesIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess extensive experience developing and deploying machine learning models at scale, including deep learning, NLP, or recommender systems in real-world applications. They should have fluency in Python and ML libraries such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, and strong proficiency with data tools like SQL, Spark, and Pandas. Proven ability to lead high-impact projects from ideation through deployment, working effectively with cross-functional teams is also required.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Lead Machine Learning Engineer, you will design, develop, and deploy production-grade ML models that drive core user-facing features including recommendations, search, personalization, and trust & safety. You will lead complex cross-functional initiatives by aligning stakeholders, translating strategy into execution, and delivering measurable business impact. Furthermore, you will optimize model performance and infrastructure, championing operational excellence and responsiveness at scale across Upwork’s ecosystem, guide the team in setting and upholding best practices for experimentation, data quality, and model evaluation, use advanced analytics to surface insights and influence decision-making, mentor and support team members, and bring fresh ideas and frameworks to solve technical challenges.
Skills
Machine Learning
AI
Model Deployment
Data Analysis
Model Optimization
Cross-functional Leadership
Experimentation
Data Quality
Model Evaluation
Analytics
Mentoring
Innovation
Upwork
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About Upwork
Upwork connects freelancers with clients looking for various services in the gig economy, which focuses on short-term contracts instead of permanent jobs. The platform allows freelancers to create profiles that showcase their skills, while clients can post job listings for specific projects. Freelancers bid on these projects, and clients choose the best candidates based on proposals and reviews. Upwork earns revenue through service fees charged to freelancers based on their earnings, with a tiered structure that rewards long-term client relationships. The platform also offers premium memberships and additional services for enhanced visibility and access to job listings. Upwork provides tools for time tracking, invoicing, and project management, making it easier for both freelancers and clients to manage their work and payments. The goal of Upwork is to facilitate successful project completion by bridging the gap between freelancers and clients.
Key Metrics
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$143.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees