The MLOps Field Engineer role involves designing and deploying AI and machine learning infrastructure solutions for enterprise customers using open source technologies, cloud platforms, and Kubernetes, with a focus on customer engagement, technical architecture, and hands-on implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Design and architect cloud infrastructure solutions for customers using technologies like Kubernetes, Kubeflow, OpenStack, and Spark
Deploy, test, and hand over cloud solutions on-premise or in public cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
Collect customer requirements and advise on open source applications and infrastructure
Develop Kubernetes operators and Linux infrastructure-as-code using Python
Deliver technical presentations and demonstrations of AI/ML capabilities to clients
Collaborate with sales and product teams to influence roadmaps and achieve business targets
Work directly with customers to solve complex data architecture and AI/ML deployment problems
Participate in customer and industry events, including travel up to 30%
Requirements
Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university, or a compelling narrative about your alternative chosen path
Undergraduate degree in a technical subject or equivalent experience demonstrating technical proficiency
Experience in data engineering, MLOps, or big data solutions deployment
Experience with a relevant programming language, such as Python, R, or Rust
Practical knowledge of Linux, virtualization, containers, and networking
Knowledge of cloud computing concepts including Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Intermediate level Python programming skills
Experience with Linux Debian or Ubuntu preferred
Ability to collect customer business requirements and advise on Ubuntu and relevant open source applications
Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills
Ability to travel internationally for company events up to two weeks long, and customer or industry meetings
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range is based on experience, performance, and location, with annual reviews and performance-driven bonuses or commissions
Distributed work environment with most colleagues working from home
Global travel up to 30% of time for internal, external events, and customer meetings
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Recognition rewards
Team Member Assistance Program
Wellness Platform
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
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