Lead Foundation Models Engineer, ML Platform

Posted 2 days ago

plaidSeattle (WA)

Data Scientists Software Publishers

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Manager

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$249,120 per year

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About the role

Plaid, located in Seattle, is seeking a Staff Machine Learning Engineer to lead the technical strategy for foundation models. This role encompasses the entire machine learning lifecycle from data curation to production deployment. We value diverse experiences and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. The role requires deep expertise in ML technologies, particularly in large-scale training and production oversight. The compensation range is competitive, offering between $249,120 and $367,920, with additional benefits including equity and comprehensive healthcare plans.

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