Machine Learning Engineer

Office Location: Lower Manhattan, NY - Hybrid

US Citizenship Required

Accrete is a dual use AI software product company that sells into both government and private enterprise sectors. We create AI software, enabling our customers to make better decisions, faster. Accrete is on a mission to create AI so powerful it amplifies human reasoning and enables enterprises to grow in previously unimaginable ways. Prior to launching Accrete in 2017, Prashant Bhuyan, Accrete’s Founder and CEO, spent over a decade in high-frequency trading where he and a core team experimented with and developed AI technology that ultimately became the early underpinnings of Accrete.

To learn more about Accrete, please visit our website: https://www.accrete.ai/

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled mid-level Machine Learning Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that leverage machine learning techniques to build intelligent applications. You will collaborate with a team of talented engineers, researchers and data scientists, contributing to the development of AI solutions that deliver significant value to our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with machine learning researchers to facilitate the productionization of large-scale and cutting-edge artifacts (examples: machine learning models, scripts for fine tuning and testing models, etc.), the duties of which can include scaling up modeling/algorithm code and architecting systems that will be deploying the artifacts
• Work with large datasets to preprocess, clean, and prepare the data for training/inference
• Design, implement and optimize processing pipelines for scalability and efficiency
• Architect systems to facilitate research experimentation and artifact evaluation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and deliver solutions
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Assist in mentoring and guiding early-career engineers, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in machine learning and MLOps-related tools

Qualifications:

Accrete values diverse experiences and we encourage applicants to apply even if you don’t meet all of the following criteria. While having all of the qualifications listed below can certainly make you a strong candidate, we acknowledge that great candidates aren’t defined simply by a list of skills. If you think you have other experiences that would make you a good match for this role, please apply!

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Math, or a related field
• 3-5 years of professional experience in machine learning, MLOps or related fields
• Working knowledge of machine learning concepts, algorithms, and techniques
• Expert in software engineering principles and software development methodologies
• Proficiency in Python
• Experience with latest MLOps tools and machine learning frameworks/libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
• Demonstrated ability to preprocess, analyze, and visualize large datasets
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure), related compute and storage systems, and with deploying machine learning models
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control and agile methodologies
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with deep learning architectures and natural language processing
• Understanding of reinforcement learning and other advanced machine learning techniques
• Experience deploying LLM-based applications
• Proven track record of delivering successful machine learning projects in a professional setting

Salary Range: 130k-170k

Benefits:

• Fortune 500 level core benefits package: health, dental, vision, Rx, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k) traditional and Roth
• Unlimited PTO & all U.S. federal holidays off
• Company events include happy hours, team bonding events, game nights, and more

• Our office is stocked with healthy and delicious lunches, snacks, beverages and more

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. If you are an innovative and results-driven leader, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Accrete is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.