eightfold.ai

Lead Machine Learning Engineer - Agentic Models, LLM, RAG, GenAI

eightfold.ai$193K — $257K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Passion for machine learning algorithms, Gen AI, LLMs, and NLP.
  • Understanding of agent-based modeling and reinforcement learning.
  • Proven innovation through software artifacts or academic publications in applied machine learning.
  • Experience with LLMs and Agentic AI applications.
  • Proficiency in Python and familiarity with TensorFlow or PyTorch.
  • Experience with AWS and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of distributed system design patterns and microservices architecture.
  • Strong problem-solving, data analysis, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5-7+ years in AI, Machine Learning, with a focus on scalability and reliability.

Responsibilities

  • Lead research, design, and development of advanced AI agents and agentic systems.
  • Architect complex multi-agent systems for planning and execution capabilities.
  • Own and deploy advanced deep learning models across all Eightfold products.
  • Integrate large language models and AI techniques to enhance agent intelligence.
  • Build scalable infrastructure for AI agents at operational scale.
  • Diagnose and optimize performance in complex distributed environments.
  • Contribute to technical growth and knowledge sharing in the team.

Benefits

  • Family medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • Eligibility for equity awards and discretionary bonuses or commissions.
  • Hybrid work model that supports flexibility and collaboration.
Full Job Description
About the ML Team:

Our AI/ML team is building the core technology that makes our platform autonomous and agentic. We focus on real-world reliability, shipping systems that manage multi-step reasoning and distributed state management at enterprise scale. You will work with a large database of career trajectories to build intelligent agents that proactively assist millions of users across 100+ countries and 30+ different languages.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the team in: research, design, development, and deployment of advanced AI agents and agentic systems.
  • Architect and implement complex multi-agent systems, including planning, decision-making, and execution capabilities.
  • Own, train, build, and deploy cutting-edge deep learning models across all Eightfold products, end to end.
  • Develop and integrate large language models (LLMs) and other state-of-the-art AI techniques to enhance agent autonomy and intelligence.
  • Build robust, scalable, and reliable infrastructure to support the deployment and operation of AI agents at scale.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot issues in complex distributed environments and optimize system performance.
  • Contribute to the team's technical growth and knowledge sharing.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI research and agentic AI and apply them to our products.
  • Leverage enterprise data, market data, and user interactions to build intelligent and personalized agent experiences.

Qualifications:
  • Knowledge and passion in machine learning algorithms, Gen AI, LLMs, and natural language processing (NLP).
  • Understanding of agent-based modeling, reinforcement learning, and autonomous systems.
  • Ability to innovate, as proven by a track record of software artifacts or academic publications in applied machine learning.
  • Experience with large language models (LLMs) and their applications in Agentic AI.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and experience with machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Understanding of distributed system design patterns and microservices architecture.
  • Excellent problem-solving and data analysis skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience.
  • Min 5-7+ years of relevant work experience in AI, Machine Learning, and applying data science to real-world use cases. OR
  • Strong track record of taking systems from prototype to production with a focus on scalability and reliability.
  • Knowledge of fine-tuning strategies (QLORA, DPO) and inference optimization (vLLM, TensorRT-LLM).

Desired Skills & Experience:
  • Research experience in agentic AI or related fields.
  • Experience building and deploying AI agents in real-world applications.


Pay Transparency

Please note this role is categorized as hybrid in Zone A: Santa Clara, CA The base salary ranges below are provided for pay transparency. Base pay is only one piece of our total compensation package as this role is also eligible for annual bonus and equity awards. Compensation varies depending on a number of factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and zones determined by location.

Zone A: Base annual salary range: $193,125 to $257,,500 + annual performance bonus up to 15% + preIPO equity (stock options).

Hybrid Work @ Eightfold: We embrace a hybrid work model that aims to boost collaboration, enhance our culture, and drive innovation through a blend of remote and in-person work. We are committed to creating a dynamic and flexible work environment that nurtures the collaborative spirit of our team. Starting May 1, 2025, employees residing near Santa Clara, CA office location will return to the office three days a week.

Experience our comprehensive benefits with family medical, vision and dental coverage, a competitive base salary, and eligibility for equity awards and discretionary bonuses or commissions.

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About eightfold.ai

Eightfold AI is a software company that provides a platform for talent management and recruitment. The platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to match job candidates with job openings based on their skills, experience, and other factors. Eightfold AI's platform also provides tools for employee development and career planning, as well as analytics and insights into workforce performance and productivity. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Santa Clara, California.
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