University of California-Davis
Contract Senior Machine Learning Engineer (APPLICATIONS PROGR 4)
University of California-Davis, Davis, California, us, 95617
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Location Davis
Full/Part Time Full Time
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Job Summary
Under general supervision of the Associate Director of DevOps, the Senior Machine Learning Engineer works within an agile team to develop, train, and maintain machine learning models for enterprise-wide deployment. This role collaborates with the Machine Learning Architect to identify the best approach for tackling any given machine learning problem, makes recommendations for future development and research, and provides mentorship to the machine learning junior developers. This role is responsible for production deployments of highly complex machine learning models, monitoring their health, and overseeing their maintenance. Apply By Date 12/12/2024 at 11:59pm
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Information Systems or equivalent combination of education and experience. * 3+ years of professional experience leading medium to broad projects as a senior machine learning engineer designing, developing, deploying, and supporting machine learning models and platforms. * 3+ years' experience with the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) of deploying machine learning models to production in multiple domains, such as classification, Natural Language Processing (NLP), computer vision, recommendation systems, and forecasting. * 3+ years' experience implementing machine learning algorithms in Python such as linear regression, logistic regression, decision trees, random forests, support vector machines (SVMs), Naive Bayes, neural networks, clustering, dimensionality reduction, and natural language processing (NLP). * Experience translating business requirements to technical solutions and developing technical specifications and documentation for use in the development and prioritization of work. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team environment. * Oral, written and interpersonal skills to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with technical and non-technical stakeholders and mentor junior developers. Preferred Qualifications * 5+ years of professional experience leading medium to large projects as a senior machine learning engineer designing, developing, deploying, and supporting machine learning models and platforms. * Advanced experience with industry tools and platforms used to build scalable machine learning systems, such as Elasticsearch, Kubernetes, Docker, Redis, Apache Kafka, SQL, NoSQL, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AWS Lambda, and/or Apache Spark. * Experience building a CI/CD pipeline with Github Actions, TravisCI, or others. * Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. * Experience developing web applications and/or mobile applications. Key Responsibilities * 70% - Analytical and Development Lead * 20% - Training and Mentoring * 10% - Other Duties as Assigned Department Overview Risk and Safety Solutions (RSS) was founded in 2008 to provide innovative technology solutions supporting the University of California (UC), one of the world's leading research institutions. Meeting the challenges presented by the institution's vast breadth of Risk Management and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) activities related to cutting-edge research and healthcare services required a creative spirit and new ways of thinking. RSS is currently leading the development of an intelligent platform with over 40 solutions for Risk Management and EH&S in use across all 10 UC Campuses, 5 Medical Centers, and National Labs. Since 2017, that entrepreneurial spirit has continued as RSS has expanded its clientele by offering innovative business solutions and expertise to a comprehensive range of business clients in the public and private sectors, nationally and internationally. You can learn more about RSS by visiting https://www.riskandsafety.com/ POSITION INFORMATION * Salary or Pay Range: $92,000/yr. - $172,000/yr. * Salary Frequency: Monthly * Salary Grade: Grade 24 * UC Job Title: APPLICATIONS PROGR 4 * UC Job Code: 000652 * Number of Positions: 1 * Appointment Type: Staff: Contract - THIS CONTRACT APPOINTMENT ENDS 1 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF HIRE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION * Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed * Shift Hours: M-F - 8-5 * Location: Davis, CA * Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM) * Benefits Eligible: Yes * This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work) Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page. If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html * High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs * UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family * Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave * Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth * WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources * On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services * Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage * Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles * Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here * UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff Physical Demands * Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands * Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Work Environment * Hire MUST be located in-state. (Out of state applicants will be considered but must relocate instate if hired). * Adhere to workplace safety practices, read information communicated about workplace safety, complete required safety training on time, and report any workplace safety issues promptly to their supervisor or the designated safety coordinator. * THIS CONTRACT APPOINTMENT ENDS 1 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF HIRE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION. * This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position * This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s) * Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere
Under general supervision of the Associate Director of DevOps, the Senior Machine Learning Engineer works within an agile team to develop, train, and maintain machine learning models for enterprise-wide deployment. This role collaborates with the Machine Learning Architect to identify the best approach for tackling any given machine learning problem, makes recommendations for future development and research, and provides mentorship to the machine learning junior developers. This role is responsible for production deployments of highly complex machine learning models, monitoring their health, and overseeing their maintenance. Apply By Date 12/12/2024 at 11:59pm
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Information Systems or equivalent combination of education and experience. * 3+ years of professional experience leading medium to broad projects as a senior machine learning engineer designing, developing, deploying, and supporting machine learning models and platforms. * 3+ years' experience with the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) of deploying machine learning models to production in multiple domains, such as classification, Natural Language Processing (NLP), computer vision, recommendation systems, and forecasting. * 3+ years' experience implementing machine learning algorithms in Python such as linear regression, logistic regression, decision trees, random forests, support vector machines (SVMs), Naive Bayes, neural networks, clustering, dimensionality reduction, and natural language processing (NLP). * Experience translating business requirements to technical solutions and developing technical specifications and documentation for use in the development and prioritization of work. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team environment. * Oral, written and interpersonal skills to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with technical and non-technical stakeholders and mentor junior developers. Preferred Qualifications * 5+ years of professional experience leading medium to large projects as a senior machine learning engineer designing, developing, deploying, and supporting machine learning models and platforms. * Advanced experience with industry tools and platforms used to build scalable machine learning systems, such as Elasticsearch, Kubernetes, Docker, Redis, Apache Kafka, SQL, NoSQL, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AWS Lambda, and/or Apache Spark. * Experience building a CI/CD pipeline with Github Actions, TravisCI, or others. * Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. * Experience developing web applications and/or mobile applications. Key Responsibilities * 70% - Analytical and Development Lead * 20% - Training and Mentoring * 10% - Other Duties as Assigned Department Overview Risk and Safety Solutions (RSS) was founded in 2008 to provide innovative technology solutions supporting the University of California (UC), one of the world's leading research institutions. Meeting the challenges presented by the institution's vast breadth of Risk Management and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) activities related to cutting-edge research and healthcare services required a creative spirit and new ways of thinking. RSS is currently leading the development of an intelligent platform with over 40 solutions for Risk Management and EH&S in use across all 10 UC Campuses, 5 Medical Centers, and National Labs. Since 2017, that entrepreneurial spirit has continued as RSS has expanded its clientele by offering innovative business solutions and expertise to a comprehensive range of business clients in the public and private sectors, nationally and internationally. You can learn more about RSS by visiting https://www.riskandsafety.com/ POSITION INFORMATION * Salary or Pay Range: $92,000/yr. - $172,000/yr. * Salary Frequency: Monthly * Salary Grade: Grade 24 * UC Job Title: APPLICATIONS PROGR 4 * UC Job Code: 000652 * Number of Positions: 1 * Appointment Type: Staff: Contract - THIS CONTRACT APPOINTMENT ENDS 1 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF HIRE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION * Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed * Shift Hours: M-F - 8-5 * Location: Davis, CA * Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM) * Benefits Eligible: Yes * This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work) Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page. If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html * High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs * UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family * Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave * Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth * WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources * On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services * Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage * Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles * Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here * UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff Physical Demands * Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands * Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours * Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours * Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Work Environment * Hire MUST be located in-state. (Out of state applicants will be considered but must relocate instate if hired). * Adhere to workplace safety practices, read information communicated about workplace safety, complete required safety training on time, and report any workplace safety issues promptly to their supervisor or the designated safety coordinator. * THIS CONTRACT APPOINTMENT ENDS 1 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF HIRE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION. * This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position * This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s) * Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere