Genentech

Machine Learning Engineer/Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Infra, AI for Drug Discovery

Genentech$147K — $310K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/MS in a relevant field with 2-5 years of industry experience depending on level.
  • Experience with AWS infrastructure (EC2, S3, RDS).
  • Proficiency in scripting (Python) and compiled languages (C++, Go, Rust).
  • Experience with Git and repository management.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and proactive project management abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain ML infrastructure for scalability and reliability.
  • Collaborate with ML engineers and data scientists to address infrastructure needs.
  • Document infrastructure designs and operational procedures.
  • Lead architectural design and delivery of advanced technical solutions.
  • Identify and resolve cross-functional technical challenges in ML infrastructure.
  • Mentor junior engineers and guide technical alignment across teams.

Benefits

  • Corporate standards and best practices for development processes.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge machine learning techniques in drug discovery.
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams targeting innovative solutions.
Full Job Description

The Opportunity

At Roche's AI for Drug Discovery (AIDD) group (Prescient Design), we are revolutionizing drug discovery with cutting-edge machine learning techniques.We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled ML Engineer to join our growing team within Genentech Research and Early Development AI Drug Development (gRED AIDD).  This role is crucial for enhancing the core features that power our machine learning initiatives. The ideal candidate will have deep experience building scalable software and infrastructure, while consistently adhering to corporate standards and best practices.

What you'll do

Machine Learning Engineer - Infra

  • Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable ML infrastructure

  • Collaborate closely with ML engineers and data scientists to understand and address their infrastructure needs.

  • Document infrastructure designs, processes, and operational procedures.

Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Infra

  • Design, implement, and maintain scalable and reliable ML infrastructure, leading the architecture and delivery of significant technical solutions.

  • Proactively identify and solve complex, often cross-functional, technical problems within the ML infrastructure domain.

  • Collaborate closely with ML engineers and data scientists to understand and address their infrastructure needs.

  • Document infrastructure designs, processes, and operational procedures.

  • Mentor junior engineers and drive technical alignment and influence across teams.

Who you are

Machine Learning Engineer - Infra

  • BS/MS with 2-3 years of industry experience required

  • Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing infrastructure on AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, etc.).

  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) and compiled languages (e.g., C++, Go, Rust).

  • Strong experience with Git and repository management.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude, with the ability to anticipate needs and drive projects to completion.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence technical decisions.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving requirements while adhering to corporate guidelines.

Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Infra

  • BS/MS with 3-5 years of industry experience required

  • Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing infrastructure on AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, etc.).

  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) and compiled languages (e.g., C++, Go, Rust).

  • Strong experience with Git and repository management.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects from conception to completion and deliver high-quality, scalable, and reliable software.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude, with the ability to anticipate needs and drive projects to completion.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence technical decisions.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving requirements while adhering to corporate guidelines.

Preferred

  • Extensive experience with large-scale ML model platforms and tools.

  • Deep understanding and experience with PyTorch implementation, especially regarding scaling inference performance.

  • A history of significant contributions to open-source projects or industry standards.

Relocation benefits are NOT available for this job posting

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California for the Machine Learning Engineer is $147,600, - $274,000 and New York is $141,100 - $262,100, and the Senior Machine Learning Engineer for California is $167,400 - $310,800 and New York is $160,100 - $297,300. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

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About Genentech

Genentech is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures drugs for the treatment of serious medical conditions. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California. Genentech's products include treatments for cancer, multiple sclerosis, and other diseases. The company is a subsidiary of Roche, a Swiss pharmaceutical company. Genentech has been recognized for its innovative research and development, and has received numerous awards for its contributions to the biotechnology industry.
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