Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Remote

Overview

Niche is seeking a Staff Machine Learning Engineer to lead machine learning initiatives that drive business growth and enhance user experience.

In Short

• Lead the development of machine learning models from design to deployment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify impactful ML opportunities.
• Measure and iterate on model performance to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor and establish best practices for future ML engineers.
• Stay updated on advancements in machine learning and MLOps.
• Communicate complex ML concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Work hands-on in coding and deploying ML models.
• Drive measurable improvements through experimentation.
• Contribute to internal tooling and scalable ML systems.
• Participate in a transparent and comprehensive interview process.

Requirements

• 8+ years in software development or data science, with 5+ years in ML.
• Proven track record of deploying ML models with measurable impact.
• Expertise in Python and ML libraries like TensorFlow and PyTorch.
• Strong SQL skills and experience with large datasets.
• Familiarity with MLOps principles and cloud platforms.
• Strong business acumen and ability to connect technical work to strategic goals.
• Leadership experience in technical projects and mentoring.
• MS or PhD in a related field or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Fully flexible work environment with remote options.
• Competitive compensation with annual bonus and stock options.
• 100% paid employee health plan including vision and dental.
• Flexible Paid Time Off Policy.
• Stipend for building a home office.
• 12 weeks fully paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact on the company.
• Supportive team culture focused on innovation and collaboration.