Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Xcede
City of London
3 months ago
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Lead Machine Learning Engineer:

Up to 125k


Xcede are currently working with one of Europe’s most respected applied AI companies.


They work closely with governments and major organisations to solve complex, high-impact problems using machine learning and data science.


Something particularly impressive is their reputation as a tech unicorn, valued at over £1bn, and their position as a market leader in safe, real-world AI.


Currently, they are looking to hire ML Engineers for their Lead position in their Retail unit.


The ideal candidate will be someone who has done hands-one work as a Lead ML engineer within the Retail sector.


You will:

  • Provide technical leadership for complex machine learning initiatives, evaluating strategic trade-offs, establishing project plans, and managing delivery across multiple streams in uncertain or high-stakes environments
  • Develop and manage robust, scalable machine learning and software solutions while supporting the creation of shared tools and frameworks and enabling engineers to contribute effectively.
  • Drive recruitment and support the development of engineers, provide technical guidance to clients, define the scope of large-scale projects, and promote the adoption of new technologies and improved engineering practices.


Requirements:

  • Technical specialist
  • Proficiency in Python
  • Proficiency with leading cloud platforms
  • Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Have mentored engineers


If you are interested in this or other ML Engineering positions, please contact Gilad Sabari @ |

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