AI/ML Engineer

Vanguard Group, Inc.

$120K — $145K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics; Master's preferred.
  • 6+ years of experience in Machine Learning Engineering, Data Engineering, or Software Engineering.
  • 3+ years building scalable data pipelines and ETL solutions with AWS.
  • Strong proficiency in Python and modern software engineering practices.
  • Experience in deploying production-grade AI/ML applications in cloud environments, especially AWS.
  • Strong background in SageMaker, MLOps, CI/CD, and AI/ML lifecycle management.
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Expertise in Generative AI technologies and knowledge graph solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML solutions from data ingestion to lifecycle management.
  • Build scalable, cloud-native AI/ML applications with AWS tools and services.
  • Maintain machine learning, data engineering, and MLOps pipelines for batch and real-time workloads.
  • Implement Generative AI solutions utilizing LLMs and advanced technologies.
  • Design knowledge graphs and analytics systems to drive enterprise intelligence.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to convert business challenges into AI-driven solutions.
  • Conduct data discovery and analysis to ensure data quality and reliability.
  • Establish model monitoring and operational support practices for AI solutions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare packages including dental and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company match and financial wellness programs.
  • Generous paid time off policy to ensure work-life balance.
  • Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Inclusive and supportive workplace culture with employee resource groups.
Full Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy end-to-end AI/ML solutions, including data ingestion, feature engineering, model training, deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
  • Build scalable, cloud-native AI/ML applications and services using AWS technologies such as SageMaker, ECS, Lambda, S3, EventBridge, and Step Functions.
  • Develop and maintain machine learning, data engineering, and MLOps pipelines supporting batch and real-time workloads.
  • Design and implement Generative AI solutions leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), Advanced RAG, vector databases, knowledge retrieval systems, agentic AI frameworks, and fine-tuning techniques.
  • Design and utilize knowledge graphs, graph databases, and relationship-based analytics to enhance enterprise intelligence and decision-making.
  • Partner with business stakeholders to translate business challenges into scalable analytical and AI-driven solutions.
  • Conduct data discovery and exploratory analysis, establish data lineage, and perform root cause analysis to ensure data quality and reliability.
  • Implement model monitoring, observability, alerting, and operational support processes for production AI/ML solutions.
  • Ensure adherence to enterprise AI governance, security, Responsible AI, privacy, and model risk management standards.
  • Serve as a machine learning engineering subject matter expert, lead technical design discussions, and mentor team members on AI/ML best practices.
  • Stay current on emerging AI technologies and evaluate their application to business opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 6+ years of experience in Machine Learning Engineering, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience building scalable data pipelines and ETL solutions using AWS services.
  • Strong proficiency in Python and modern software engineering practices.
  • Experience deploying and supporting production-grade AI/ML applications in cloud environments, preferably AWS.
  • Strong experience with SageMaker, MLOps, CI/CD pipelines, model deployment, monitoring, and Machine Learning Development Lifecycle (MDLC) practices.
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, ECS, and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with Generative AI technologies, including LLMs, Advanced RAG, vector databases, semantic search, agentic AI frameworks, and enterprise knowledge retrieval systems.
  • Experience designing and implementing knowledge graph solutions and graph databases.
  • Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including system design, testing, security, observability, and version control.
  • Ability to lead technical initiatives, influence architectural decisions, and collaborate effectively across business and technology teams.

Preferred Experience

  • Real-time data processing and streaming technologies such as Kafka, Flink, or Kinesis.
  • AI governance, Responsible AI, and model risk management frameworks.
  • Enterprise-scale AI platform development and solution architecture.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

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