Sr. Principal Machine Learning Engineer

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About the Team

Join a team of expert machine learning engineers at Workday, where we are at the forefront of applying AI to solve real-world business challenges. Our team is passionate about innovation and collaboration, working on innovative projects that impact millions of users. We are a group of highly skilled individuals with a diverse set of backgrounds and expertise, united by a shared commitment to building intelligent systems that empower organizations and individuals. We foster a culture of continuous learning and growth, providing opportunities to work with the latest technologies and contribute to groundbreaking research. We are dedicated to building robust, scalable, and responsible AI solutions that enhance the Workday experience. We value open communication, collaboration, and a spirit of intellectual curiosity, and we are looking for individuals who share our passion for pushing the boundaries of machine learning.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Principal Machine Learning Engineer to lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge machine learning solutions. In this role, you will be a technical leader, driving innovation and setting the strategic direction for our ML initiatives. You will work on complex problems, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful AI-powered products.
 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the research, design, development, and deployment of advanced machine learning models and algorithms.
• Drive the architectural design and implementation of scalable and robust ML systems.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and actionable insights.
• Evaluate and select appropriate machine learning techniques and tools for specific business problems.
• Develop and maintain production-ready machine learning pipelines, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Mentor and guide junior machine learning engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and software engineers to define project requirements and deliver solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence, and apply them to relevant projects.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and standards for machine learning development.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.
• Design and implement model monitoring and retraining strategies.
• Lead the investigation and resolution of complex technical issues related to machine learning systems.

About You

You are a seasoned machine learning engineer with a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI. You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are eager to tackle complex challenges. You possess a deep understanding of machine learning principles and a proven track record of building and deploying impactful solutions. You are an effective leader, eager to mentor and guide others, and you are driven by a desire to innovate and make a significant contribution to the field. You are no