BetterUp · 4 months ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer, AI Product and Platform
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expBetterUp is a company focused on human transformation, and they are seeking a creative, product-minded Staff Machine Learning Engineer to help shape the future of AI in coaching. The role involves designing Generative AI systems, mentoring engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and keeping up with advancements in Generative AI research.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingCorporate TrainingHuman ResourcesPersonal Development
Responsibilities
Design and deliver state-of-the-art Generative AI systems and experiences that set the standard for quality, engagement, and trust in coaching
Mentor and elevate engineers at all levels through technical guidance, code and design reviews, and thought partnership, raising the bar for engineering excellence
Collaborate deeply with cross-functional partners across product, research, design, and engineering, to ship and scale first-of-their-kind AI coaching products
Shape direction and scope by developing a deep understanding of customer needs and translating them into technical strategy and product roadmaps
Stay ahead of the curve in Generative AI research and practice, leading conversations on emerging technologies and how to responsibly bring them into production
Qualification
Required
7+ years as an ML engineer and 3+ years of hands-on experience building and shipping products on top of leading LLMs
Proven track record designing, implementing, and evaluating LLM outputs
Experience fine-tuning smaller models or adapting foundation models to improve quality, engagement, and scalability
Background at a leading AI research lab or equivalent experience staying at the forefront of Applied ML/AI, GenAI, with strong software engineering skills and a deep understanding of LLM internals
A high degree of initiative and ownership, combined with the ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt quickly to change
Experience working collaboratively in a cross-functional team and with people at all levels in an organization
Alignment with BetterUp's mission of enabling individuals to maximize their potential
Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, verbally and in writing
A passion for continuous learning, customer empathy, and a desire to innovate within a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Access to BetterUp coaching; one for you and one for a friend or family member
A competitive compensation plan with opportunity for advancement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible paid time off
All federal/statutory holidays observed
4 BetterUp Inner Workdays (https://www.betterup.co/inner-work)
5 Volunteer Days to give back
Learning and Development stipend
Company wide Summer & Winter breaks
Year-round charitable contribution of your choice on behalf of BetterUp
401(k) self contribution
Company
BetterUp
BetterUp provides AI and human coaching to improve leadership, management, and employee performance across organizations.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$570.01MKey Investors
ICONIQ GrowthLightspeed Venture PartnersThreshold
2024-02-28Series Unknown· $0.21M
2021-10-08Series E· $300M
2021-02-25Series D· $125M
Leadership Team
Alexi Robichaux
CEO & Co-Founder
Ron Lewis
Senior Vice President - Chief of Staff to CEO & GM EMEA
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