Remote Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning Infrastructure

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Thumbtack

πŸ“Remote - Canada

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Summary

Join us to drive the technical vision and strategic direction of Thumbtack's machine learning platform as a Principal ML Infrastructure Engineer. Define and drive the technical vision and architecture for Thumbtack's next-generation ML infrastructure, lead cross-functional initiatives, and establish technical standards and best practices for ML engineering across the organization.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of engineering experience with significant focus on distributed systems
  • 4+ years of hands-on experience building ML infrastructure or ML platforms at scale
  • Deep expertise in at least one major programming language; proficiency in our core stack (Go, Python) preferred
  • Proven track record of technical leadership on complex, cross-functional projects
  • Strong architectural skills with experience designing scalable, reliable distributed systems
  • Deep understanding of ML workflows, common frameworks, and operational challenges
  • Experience mentoring teams and driving engineering excellence
  • Track record of making strategic technical decisions with organization-wide impact

Responsibilities

  • Define and drive the technical vision and architecture for Thumbtack's next-generation ML infrastructure
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives spanning engineering, data science, and product teams to build scalable, enterprise-grade ML systems
  • Architect and oversee implementation of critical ML infrastructure components including model serving systems and RAG systems that can scale
  • Establish technical standards and best practices for ML engineering across the organization
  • Mentor and provide technical leadership to engineering teams on ML infrastructure best practices
  • Partner with senior leadership to align ML infrastructure capabilities with business objectives

Benefits

  • Virtual-first working model coupled with in-person events
  • 20 company-wide holidays including a week-long end-of-year company shutdown
  • Library (optional use collaboration & connection hub) in San Francisco
  • WiFi reimbursements
  • Cell phone reimbursements (North America)
  • Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being

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