Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Cambridge, United States - Kensho
Description
Kensho is a Machine Learning (ML) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) company, centered around providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the challenges of some of the largest and most successful businesses and institutions.
Specifically, Kensho's solutions largely involve speech recognition (ASR), entity linking (NED), structured document extraction, automated database linking, text classification, and more.
The NLP team at Kensho Technologies is at the forefront of designing and applying cutting-edge machine learning in the domains of natural language processing, natural language interfaces, and information retrieval paradigms over some of the richest and most complex financial and market datasets in the world.
Recently RAG-based systems that integrate structured and unstructured data are at the core of our team's projects.
These solutions are integrated into the S&P Global platforms, providing users with the ability to find and analyze complex financial data efficiently.
The NLP team works closely with the Data, Product, Design, Backend & Frontend teams, and has the full support of our ML Ops and Infrastructure teams.
We are seeking a Senior ML Engineer to help accelerate and improve our ML development cycle, continually raising standards of prototyping, building, and maintaining SOTA ML solutions.
At Kensho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
What You'll Do:
Work closely with Data, Product, Design, and Engineering teams to design and develop Large Language Model (LLM)-based systems that integrate structured and unstructured data, ensuring the delivery of innovative ML solutions that meet customer needs
Solve unique challenges around LLM-orchestration, such as data access patterns, memory and context management, and conducting thorough evaluations
Actively participate in all stages of the ML lifecycle, from problem framing and data exploration to model experimentation, deployment, and monitoring in production, ensuring the continuous improvement and optimization of our ML solutions
Work with unique, proprietary data from both unstructured and structured datasets, applying advanced NLP techniques to extract insights and build solutions that drive business value
Work closely with Product and Design teams to build ML-based solutions that enhance user experiences and meet business objectives
Collaborate closely with the ML Operations team to create automated solutions for managing the entire ML systems lifecycle, from initial technical design to seamless implementation
What You'll Need:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
4+ years of significant, hands-on industry experience with machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and information retrieval systems, including designing, shipping, and maintaining production systems
Strong proficiency in Python
Experience with natural language generation or code generation and familiarity with evaluative processes
Experience working with machine learning libraries/frameworks for Large Language Model (LLM) orchestration, such as Langchain, Semantic Kernel, LLamaIndex, etc
Proven experience building ML pipelines for data processing, training, inference, maintenance, evaluation, versioning, and experimentation
Demonstrated effective coding, documentation, collaboration, and communication habits
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
Technology You'll Encounter:
ML:
PyTorch, Transformers, HuggingFace, LangChain, Semantic Kernel
Tools/Toolkits:
Weights & Biases, DVC, LabelBox
Techniques:
RAG, Tool Utilization, Information Retrieval, Prompt Management, Fine-tuning
Deployment:
Airflow, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, AWS
At Kensho, we pride ourselves on providing top-of-market benefits, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
100% company paid premiums
Unlimited Paid Time Off
26 weeks of 100% paid Parental Leave (paternity and maternity)
401(k) plan with 6% employer matching
Generous company matching on donations to non-profit charities
Up to $20,000 tuition assistance toward degree programs, plus up to $4,000/year for ongoing professional education such as industry conferences
Plentiful snacks, drinks, and regularly catered lunches
Dog-friendly office (CAM office)
Bike sharing program memberships
Compassion leave and elder care leave
Mentoring and additional learning opportunities
Opportunity to expand professional network and participate in conferences and events
About Kensho
Kensho is an Artificial Intelligence company that builds solutions to uncover insights in messy and unstructured data that enable critical workflows and empower businesses to make decisions with conviction.
Kensho continues to operate as a startup in order to maintain our distinct, independent brand and to promote our breakthrough, innovative culture.
Our team of Kenshins enjoy a dynamic and collaborative work environment that runs autonomously from S&P Global, while leveraging the unparalleled breadth and depth of data and resources available as part of S&P Global.
As Kenshins, we pride ourselves on maintaining an innovative culture that depends on diversity and inclusion.We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes future Kenshins with all experiences and perspectives. Kensho is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, with offices in New York City, and Washington D.C.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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