Lead Machine Learning Engineer - AI Agents - Remote

Overview

Upwork is seeking a Lead AI/ML Engineer to drive the next generation of agentic intelligence through human-machine collaboration across its platform. This is a high-impact, hands-on role at the intersection of research, platform engineering, and developer experience.

In Short

• Lead the development of systems and protocols for AI Agents.
• Architect and implement scalable infrastructure for LLM-based systems.
• Design APIs and SDKs for AI agent adoption.
• Drive developer advocacy through technical content and reference architectures.
• Align technical solutions with product strategy.
• Provide consulting and support to teams integrating with the marketplace.
• Contribute to AI/ML research initiatives.
• Represent Upwork at conferences and in technical communities.
• Work collaboratively across research, engineering, product, and developer relations.
• Shape the future of work for a global, remote-first workforce.

Requirements

• Experience designing and deploying agent architectures in production.
• Expertise in Python and Agent frameworks.
• Experience building developer platforms, APIs, and SDKs.
• Familiarity with developer relations or solutions engineering.
• Strong communication skills and inclusive leadership approach.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage for you and your family.
• Unlimited PTO.
• 401(k) plan with matching.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.