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Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning

SmarterDx
Location
Remote (United States)
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$230-250k
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years of development experience with a focus on Machine Learning and Engineering roles
  • Strong proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience in machine learning libraries (Pytorch, Tensorflow)
  • Experience with managing the full model production lifecycle, including deployment, release, and post-launch monitoring
  • Experience working with a diverse, cross-disciplinary team to integrate machine learning into product features
  • Experience with cloud platforms (preferably AWS) and their machine learning services
  • Experience project managing a small team using a modern agile methodology
Nice to have
  • You're a former startup founder, or have been the first engineering hire at a startup
  • Experience in the health tech domain, particularly in hospital billing systems
  • Experience with end-to-end machine learning project lifecycle, from data collection and model training to deployment and monitoring
  • Deployment of LLM systems into production environments
  • Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the machine learning community
What the job really is

As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer at SmarterDx, you will be responsible for building and scaling machine-learning features across various products, designing reusable architectures for machine learning development, and setting standards for development practices while mentoring other engineers. The role emphasizes collaboration within a cross-disciplinary team to integrate machine learning into product features, ensuring high-quality outcomes and a focus on reliable systems.

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental & Vision – Comprehensive plans with leading insurance providers, covering 75% of your premiums, depending on the plan.
  • Paid Parental Leave – Generous paid leave to support families through birth or adoption: Up to 12 weeks for parents.
  • Remote-First Team – Work from anywhere in the U.S.
  • Unlimited PTO & 11 Holidays – So you can relax and recharge.
  • 401(k) with Traditional & Roth Options – Tax-advantaged retirement savings through Fidelity with a 4% match.
  • Minimal Bureaucracy – A fast-moving, high-impact environment where you can focus on what matters.
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed in the posting, but a range of $230,000 to $250,000 is mentioned.
  • The tech stack includes modern tools, which may provide valuable experience, but also requires familiarity with specific technologies.
  • The role emphasizes collaboration and mentorship, which could be beneficial for career growth.
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