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Sr. AI / ML Engineer

Please Note: This is a remote position available in the state listed on this job. Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check.

Essential Job Duties

As a Senior AI/ML Engineer, your growing skills are at the intersection of software engineering, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. You’ll contribute to data-centric backend services, thoughtful abstractions and APIs, and interactive experiences such as conversational agents and interpretive tools. Code data-intensive software and algorithms.

You will:

Build platforms for driving intelligent decisions, interacting with machine learning models, and powering interactions such as conversational interfaces
Collaborate with data scientists, data engineers, data analysts, software engineers, IT specialists, and stakeholders to expand effective use of AI applications
Research and prove out new approaches and algorithms through prototypes
Ensure high quality system delivery and continually improve workflows and methods

What You Need to Get the Job Done

5+ years of professional experience building data-centric software, as a machine learning engineer, AI specialist, software-focused data scientist, or similar
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, with advanced degrees preferred
Track record as an engineer building for production, ideally with machine learning algorithms (typically Python), logic and platform services (especially in functional languages such as Clojure), and intelligent systems at scale
Demonstrated ability to interface data repositories / caches / pipelines, message queues, ML models, LLMs, and other services in cloud environments, especially AWS
Expertise with LLMs, prompt engineering, agent building, and vector databases
Skill collaborating using cloud-based tooling, git, notebook systems, and ML workflows

A strong contender will also demonstrate abilities to:

Create strong technical designs with higher-order logic and clean data structures
Deptly use algorithms and approaches in AI, machine learning, and NLP
Research and evaluate emerging tools and technologies
Improve workflows and MLOps
Have productive interactions that lift the team and stakeholders

Beyond the technical skills, we’re looking for individuals who are:

Clear communicators (verbal and written)
Able to synthesize patterns and useful abstractions
Conversant in underlying data structures, math, and algorithms
Creative in finding relevant and novel approaches
Productive in a dynamic setting
If you love to learn, you’ll be in good company. You’ll likely have a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a quantitative field, or strong experience in professional coding and working with data.

What You'll Love About Us

Great Company Culture. We’ve been recognized by multiple organizations like Inc, Salt Lake Tribune, Glassdoor, & Comparably for our great workplace culture.
Make an Impact. We care about your individuality by giving you freedom to grow and create within the company, regardless of your position.
Rest and Relaxation. 4 weeks paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and we pay you to go on vacation (ask us about this)!
Health Benefits. Medical with HSA and FSA options, dental, and vision.
Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with a generous company match, access to a personal financial planner, and both legal and life insurance.
Financial Peace University. We pay for a one year subscription and you walk away with financial savvy and a bonus.
Give back. Get paid to give your time to the community: ask us about this!
Educational Benefits. Whether you are a previous student, or currently enrolled in higher education, we can help cover some of those expenses.
Amazing Office Amenities. We’ve got incredible benefits at our Draper headquarters including a full size gym, pickleball courts, a great office cafe, and free fountain drinks! Ask us more about our office!
In-Person Onboarding! All new hires get to experience our in-person onboarding class, Bamboo Beginnings, at our Draper, UT headquarters! Ask us more about Bamboo Beginnings!
Flexible Work Models. In-office, work-from-home, or hybrid, depending on position and location.

About Us

Our mission is simple: we want to set people free to do meaningful work. People love our software—and it turns out that people love working here too. We've been recognized as a "Best Company to Work For” and we're proud of our team for creating software that makes an impact in the lives of HR pros and employees all over the world.

BambooHR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you would like to request accommodations, please let your recruiter know.

BambooHR is An Equal Opportunity Employer--M/F/D/V
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What You Should Know About Sr. AI / ML Engineer, BambooHR

As a Senior AI/ML Engineer at BambooHR, you will be at the forefront of innovative technologies in a dynamic, remote working environment right here in Utah. Your extensive experience in software engineering, AI, and machine learning will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our products. Imagine creating intelligent decision-making platforms, crafting APIs, and developing conversational agents that enhance user experience. You’ll collaborate with a talented team of data scientists, engineers, and analysts to evolve our AI applications, all while driving quality systems delivery and refining our workflows. With your robust background—preferably 5+ years of hands-on experience in data-centric software—you’ll leverage your knowledge of Python, LLMs, and cloud computing in AWS to develop algorithms that work seamlessly at scale. This isn’t just about coding; it’s about generating impactful solutions that help our users feel supported and empowered. At BambooHR, we value creativity and clear communication as much as technical prowess. If you’re someone who loves to learn and innovate in a collaborative atmosphere, you’ll fit right in. Our commitment to professional growth means your contributions will not only be recognized but also celebrated. Let’s create extraordinary tools that drive results together!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Sr. AI / ML Engineer Role at BambooHR

What does a Senior AI/ML Engineer do at BambooHR?

At BambooHR, the Senior AI/ML Engineer is responsible for developing and enhancing AI-driven applications and platforms. This role involves collaborating with various teams to build efficient algorithms, APIs, and data-centric solutions that drive intelligent decision-making within our products.