Welcome to Foundry, a cryptocurrency pioneer dedicated to advancing decentralized infrastructure. At Foundry, we’re not waiting for a decentralized financial future — we’re building it now. By empowering institutions with the tools they need to mine and stake digital assets, we’re thoughtfully driving the industry forward with our team at the center of it all.

If you thrive on innovation, are inspired by the potential of blockchain technology and are passionate about being part of transformative global changes, then we’d love to connect. At Foundry, your skills will find purpose as you contribute to shaping the architecture of a more equitable and interconnected world through blockchain technology. Come be a vital member of the Foundry team, where your contributions will help empower a decentralized future.

DESCRIPTION: The AI/ML Engineer is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to join the team at Foundry, a subsidiary of the blockchain industry’s most prolific and active investor, Digital Currency Group. Reporting to the Engineer Manager, the AI/ML Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions to solve complex business challenges.

This is a rare invitation to join a small, highly professional entrepreneurial group, with the backing of the most established player in the fast-growing crypto space.

This candidate is required to be located in the Rochester, NY area.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Train and deploy models for continuous improvement guided by rankings on the Bittensor network.
Design and develop machine learning models and algorithms to address specific business needs.
Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to extract meaningful insights from large datasets.
Evaluate and select appropriate datasets and data representation methods.
Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI/ML technologies and incorporate them into the development process.
Collaborate with software engineers to integrate machine learning models into production systems.
Conduct thorough testing and validation of models to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Collaborate with domain experts to enhance model performance and interpret results.
Create and maintain documentation for all developed models, algorithms, and workflows.

Minimum Qualifications; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
Strong experience with machine learning frameworks including TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Solid understanding of statistical concepts and machine learning algorithms.
Experience with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation.
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Effective communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
Interest in decentralized computing and decentralized machine learning.
Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP).

Preferred Qualifications; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Blockchain experience preferred.
Experience deploying machine learning models in a production environment.
Knowledge of computer vision.
Previous work in industries such Fintech or cryptocurrency.
Contributions to open-source projects

A range of compensation is provided for transparency, however different factors may affect this range. Some of these factors may include (but are not limited to) education, training, credentials, skills, geographic location, and experience. This range only includes base compensation and does not include other tangible benefits such as 401K match, bonuses, overtime pay, and other benefits.

Range of Compensation: $100,000-$200,000/year

WHAT WE OFFER:

The chance to work in a fast-paced and fun start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact
Competitive base salary, bonus and incentive compensation Unlimited PTO / Flexible time off - work with your manager to take time off when you need it
Professional development budget with flexibility for personal and professional growth
Outstanding health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
401K plan with company contribution (Bermuda: Private pension plan with company contribution)
Flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care (Not available for Bermuda positions)
Paid parental leave

ENVIRONMENT:

Foundry takes pride in an environment which prioritizes our people. We insist that our people first culture builds the framework for all business operations.  

Employees have ample opportunities to voice thoughts, opinions, and ideas through weekly companywide meetings, monthly townhalls, and team outings and events.  

We emphasize the importance of each individual through engagement, teamwork, inclusion, and diversity efforts. 

Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, marital status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factors protected under federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ABOUT FOUNDRY:

At Foundry, we are working toward a common goal of empowering a decentralized infrastructure. Our team is passionate about the future of finance and is looking for other like-minded individuals who share in this vision. While we are inclusive and diverse in workforce and style, we all agree that digital assets will change the world.

Foundry was created to meet the institutional demand for better capital access, efficiency, and transparency in the digital currency mining and staking industry.

As a Digital Currency Group company, Foundry taps unparalleled institutional expertise, capital, and market intelligence to provide North American bitcoin miners and global manufacturers with the resources to build, maintain, and secure decentralized networks.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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