Machine Learning Engineer, Computer Vision

Who we areMetropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout-free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable - giving us back our most valuable asset, time.Who you areAs a Machine Learning Engineer at Metropolis, you will accelerate recognition commerce through data innovation. You will be a key leader in Engineering, responsible for designing and building the robust generative data engine and intelligent algorithms that fuel our ML models. Your mission is to bridge data and models through automation, creating the scalable foundation that underpins the predictive, personalized experiences defining the future of the built world.What you'll doWork with the machine learning team to perform state-of-the-art research, train, and optimize machine learning algorithmsDesign, implement, and maintain active learning algorithms and generative vision models to ensure cost efficient data sampling and learningMaintain and revisit innovative methodologies to curate high quality data and annotationsDesign, implement, and maintain the machine learning data pipelines and infrastructureWork with technologies like AWS, SQL/NoSQL databases, Kafka, Airflow, and NVIDIA Triton, ensuring efficient and effective use of these toolsCollaborate with other Engineering and Product teams to define requirements and facilitate the smooth deployment of software into productionPlay a vital role in the entire development lifecycle, from concept and requirement identification to implementationImplement best practices in automation, testing, and deployment to foster rapid feature/model development and releaseFoster a culture that views bugs and production issues as opportunities for improvementContribute to the hiring and cultural development within Metropolis EngineeringEnsure high availability and scalability of Machine Learning systemsCollaborate with partners to integrate their products seamlessly into the Metropolis platformWhat we're looking forMS or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience3+ years of experience in machine learning and software engineering, with expertise in computer vision and multi-modal modelsProficiency in Python and Machine Learning frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow/ONNX/TensorRT)Strong experience with cloud services, preferably AWSFamiliarity with Machine Learning model serving infrastructure and best practicesKnowledge of transactional and analytical database technologiesStrong understanding of the agile development process and CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Github Actions, Jenkins)Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex technical information clearlyWhile not required, these are a plus:Experience in high-growth, innovative environmentsWhen you join Metropolis, you’ll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $150,000.00 USD to $180,000.00 USD annually. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base salary is one component of Metropolis’s total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more. Metropolis values in-person collaboration to drive innovation, strengthen culture, and enhance the Member experience. Our corporate team members hold to our office-first model, which requires employees to be on-site at least four days a week, fostering organic interactions that spark creativity and connectionMetropolis may utilize an automated employment decision tool (AEDT) to assess or evaluate your candidacy for employment or promotion. AEDTs are used to assist in assessing a candidate’s application relative to the required job qualifications and responsibilities listed in the job posting.As part of this process, Metropolis retains data relevant to your candidacy, including personal information, for a period that is reasonably necessary for the use of the tool. If you are hired for the position, your data may become part of your employee records.Metropolis Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.