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City of Toronto

SENIOR MACHINE LEARNING ENGINEER TSD

City of Toronto, Union, New Jersey, us, 07083


Division & Section:

Technology Services, Office of the Chief Technology OfficerJob Type & Duration:

Full-Time, Hybrid, Permanent VacancyShift Information:

Monday to Friday, 35 hours per weekAffiliation:

Non-UnionNumber of Positions Open:

1Posting Period:

08-NOV-2024 to 22-NOV-2024The City of Toronto is seeking a talented and innovative Senior Machine Learning Engineer to join our Technology Division Team. This role will focus on designing and developing machine learning data products to enhance city services and improve operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will also explore and implement ML functionalities within our existing enterprise solutions, such as Microsoft 365 and SAP, to optimize processes across various city departments.This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply cutting-edge ML techniques to improve the lives of Toronto residents and the efficiency of city operations. By joining the City of Toronto, you will have the chance to work on impactful projects that address real-world urban challenges, contributing to the well-being of the community. The ideal candidate will be passionate about using data and AI to solve these challenges and have a proven track record of delivering impactful ML solutions.Specifically, you will provide leadership in the areas of:Model Development:

Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models to address specific challenges faced by the City of Toronto.Enterprise Solutions Integration:

Identify opportunities to leverage existing ML capabilities within enterprise solutions (e.g., MS365, SAP) to improve process efficiency and decision-making across city departments.LLM Utilization:

Explore and implement large language models (LLMs) to enhance capabilities across various city divisions.Collaboration:

Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into ML solutions.Data Pipelines:

Develop and maintain data pipelines to support ML model training and deployment.Best Practices:

Implement best practices for ML model versioning, testing, and deployment.Research and Innovation:

Conduct research on emerging ML technologies and techniques, evaluating their potential application to city operations.Technical Leadership:

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior data scientists and ML engineers.Compliance:

Ensure ML solutions comply with data privacy regulations and city policies.Documentation and Training:

Create documentation and conduct knowledge transfer sessions for stakeholders and technical teams.Strategic Development:

Participate in the development of the city's overall AI and ML strategy.What you bring to the role:Bachelor's degree in computer science, Data Science, or a related field.5+ years of experience in machine learning engineering or related roles.Strong proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.Expertise in developing and deploying ML models in production environments.Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their ML services.Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).Knowledge of data visualization tools and techniques.Understanding of DevOps practices and ML model deployment strategies.Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.Experience working with government or public sector organizations considered an asset.Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and SAP ecosystems, particularly their AI and ML capabilities.Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision techniques.Experience with MLOps practices and tools.Understanding of data privacy regulations relevant to municipal governments.Familiarity with agile methodologies.Effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Equity, Diversity and InclusionThe City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

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