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Senior Machine Learning Engineer I

Shipt

Birmingham, AL
Full Time
Senior
123k-247k
16 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Foundations team at Shipt owns end-to-end ML/AI systems across various domains such as RAG pipelines, recommendations, dynamic pricing, out-of-stock management, and entity recognition. As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer I, you will be responsible for the entire ML lifecycle, including creating POCs, running experiments, building production pipelines, deploying models, and monitoring their performance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, impactful machine learning solutions that improve member experiences and optimize business metrics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create proof of concepts (POCs) and run experiments to validate machine learning models.
  • Build and deploy production-ready ML pipelines and solutions.
  • Monitor and maintain deployed models to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
  • Collaborate with researchers, engineers, data scientists, and product managers to develop and implement machine learning algorithms.
  • Design and conduct offline experiments and A/B tests to evaluate the impact of algorithmic changes on key business metrics.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience applying machine learning in an industrial setting with a track record of delivering impactful results.
  • 6+ months of experience building Generative AI applications.
  • PhD or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Expertise in machine learning algorithms and frameworks, with hands-on experience in training, tuning, and deploying models in production environments.
  • Excellent software design and development skills in Python.
  • Experience in one or more applied fields such as LLMs, Transformers, Recommendations, or Personalization.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with large language models (LLMs) and Transformers.
  • Experience with recommendations and personalization systems.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
  • Proven experience in applying machine learning techniques in production environments.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage.
  • Eligible for a 401k plan.
  • Discretionary vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
  • Eligibility for an annual bonus and potential restricted stock units.
  • Salary range: $109,000-$247,000 depending on location and experience.

Working at Shipt

Shipt is a retail tech company that values diversity, belonging, and growth. It emphasizes a collaborative and innovative work environment, with a focus on community impact and employee well-being. The company aims to put its team first, offering unique benefits and opportunities for professional development, while fostering a culture of inclusion and service excellence.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 11, 2025
Job CategoryData Science
Salary123k-247k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceSenior

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About Shipt

Website

shipt.com

Location

Birmingham, AL

Industry

Couriers and Express Delivery Services

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