Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Python

About UKG

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Description

UKG is looking to hire a Sr Machine Learning Developer to join our extremely talented Data Science development team. As a Sr Machine Learning Developer at UKG, you’ll be part of the Data Science development team where you will work on the next generation AI Platform, collaborating with Software Developers, Data Scientists, Machine Learning Engineers, Quality Engineers, Product Managers, and Directors.

The Sr Machine Learning Developer will be responsible for developing machine learning infrastructure and solutions, building AI/ML operation components, and supporting model building efforts. The ideal candidate is an experienced software developer with a focus on machine learning, ideally familiar with GCP and Vertex AI.

UKG works in an agile environment with daily stand-ups, code reviews, and constant communication within self-managed cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship and technical help to 1-2 other more junior engineers.
• Design and develop ML Applications and pipelines, applications to support our AI Models using GCP and Python.
• Design and Develop Machine Learning Micro Services for our AI Platform.
• Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements.
• Work with stakeholders including the Product, Cloud Operations, and Data Science teams.
• Create solutions that empower our data scientist team members to rapidly prototype and develop machine learning/analytic solutions.
• Take initiative and technical ownership to any project assigned.
• Write high-quality code, that is supported by an appropriate level of testing and metrics.
• Work with development teams in an Agile context as it relates to software development.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• 3-7 years’ experience working with cross-functional enterprise level software development teams.
• Proven recent experience as Senior Python Developer, Java (Spring), or similar role.
• Proficiency with Object Oriented principles and Functional paradigms.
• Experience in developing REST micro services.
• Experience with testing tools such as PyTest, xUnit, mocking frameworks, etc.
• Experience with commonly used data science libraries such as Numpy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, Scipy, and Spacy.
• Experience using a deep learning framework such as PyTorch, Keras Tensorflow.
• Experience with GCP technologies such as BigQuery, GKE, GCS, DataFlow, Kubeflow, and/or VertexAI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of machine learning algorithms.
• Experience building and optimizing ML pipelines and Data pipleines, preferably in Kubeflow.
• Advanced working SQL knowledge and experience working with relational databases, as well as working familiarity with a variety of databases.
• Proficiency with Git as a version control system.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with tools used to automate the deployment of an enterprise software solution to the cloud.
• Experience with, or understanding of, Agile/Lean Software Development practices.
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Computational Linguistics or similar field.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

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