Principal MLOps Engineer

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Rackspace Technology

πŸ“Remote - Canada, Worldwide

Summary

Join Rackspace Technology as a Principal ML Ops Engineer to architect, build, and optimize our ML inference platform. This remote position requires significant expertise in machine learning engineering and infrastructure, focusing on building and scaling ML inference systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide technical leadership, and tackle complex challenges. Proven experience in designing and implementing cost-effective and scalable ML inference systems is crucial, along with proficiency in Java and experience with various technologies like TensorFlow, Keras, Spark MLlib, and the Apache Hadoop ecosystem. A technical degree and significant relevant experience are required.

Requirements

  • Proven track record in designing and implementing cost-effective and scalable ML inference systems
  • Hands-on experience with leading deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, Keras, or Spark MLlib
  • Solid foundation in machine learning algorithms, natural language processing, and statistical modeling
  • Strong grasp of fundamental computer science concepts including algorithms, distributed systems, data structures, and database management
  • Proficiency and recent experience in Java is required (Must have)
  • Ability to tackle complex challenges and devise effective solutions. Use critical thinking to approach problems from various angles and propose innovative solutions
  • Worked effectively in a remote setting, maintaining strong written and verbal communication skills. Collaborate with team members and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of technical requirements and project goals
  • Proven experience in Apache Hadoop ecosystem (Oozie, Pig, Hive, Map Reduce)
  • Expertise in public cloud services, particularly in GCP and Vertex AI
  • Proven expertise in applying model optimization techniques (distillation, quantization, hardware acceleration) to production environments
  • Proficiency and recent experience in Java is required (Must have)
  • In-depth understanding of LLM architectures, parameter scaling, and deployment trade-offs
  • Technical degree: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or A Master's degree in Computer Science with at least 8+ years of relevant industry experience

Responsibilities

  • Architect and optimize our existing data infrastructure to support cutting-edge machine learning and deep learning models
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate business objectives into robust engineering solutions
  • Own the end-to-end development and operation of high-performance, cost-effective inference systems for a diverse range of models, including state-of-the-art LLMs
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to foster a high-performing engineering team

Preferred Qualifications

A specialization in Machine Learning is preferred

Benefits

Remote work, flexible hours

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