ASCENDING Inc.

Machine Learning Engineer

ASCENDING Inc. Rockville, MD

  • 100% Remote within the US / Must have background in financial industry.

Responsibilities

As a Machine Learning Engineer, you will be a crucial part of our tech team, focused on the innovative application of machine learning techniques across various domains. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Building and enhancing machine learning models through all phases of development, including design, training, validation, and implementation
  • Unlocking insights by analyzing large scales of complex numerical and textual data and identifying trends
  • Collaborating with a cross-functional team, including data engineers, data scientists, and data visualization experts, to deliver impactful projects
  • Researching and evaluating emerging technologies in the field
  • Developing data science solutions leveraging modern tools and cloud computing infrastructure
  • Fulfilling additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience with model design, training, validation, and monitoring
  • An excellent understanding of machine learning, statistical modeling, and algorithms, including their benefits and drawbacks
  • Advanced proficiency with Python, Jupyter Notebook/Lab, Visual Studio Code, and other languages suitable for large-scale data analysis
  • Experience with cloud computing infrastructure
  • Advanced SQL skills
  • Familiarity with data visualization concepts and tools
  • The ability to translate complex business problems into technical solutions
  • Strong capability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Exceptional verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills to communicate technical and non-technical information to all levels of management

Desired Skills

Preferably, candidates will also have:

  • An advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or a related field
  • Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Proficiency with deep learning frameworks and infrastructure, such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
  • An eagerness to learn and apply techniques in Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI
  • Expertise in AI model optimization on GPU architecture, including knowledge of C++ and CUDA
  • The willingness to research, develop, implement, and fine-tune LLMs tailored to specific domain knowledge and use cases
  • Knowledge of Machine Learning Ops (MLOps) and CI/CD tools for automating the build, test, and deployment of models in production environments

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  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Internet Publishing

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