Orbit ยท 2 months ago
Founding Machine Learning Engineer
Orbit is a pioneering company focused on understanding the human brain through advanced technology. They are seeking a Founding Machine Learning Engineer to critically evaluate and implement machine learning approaches for unique design problems in neural data, collaborating closely with various teams to develop end-to-end systems.
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Responsibilities
Critically evaluate and implement the best machine learning approaches for our unique design problems in neural data
Work with real-time, multi-dimensional, multimodal datasets
Collaborate closely with neuroscience, hardware, and software teams to co-design end-to-end systems
Explore new model architectures and perform detailed experimentation and analysis
Learn neuroimaging and neuroscience context (we will support you in getting up to speed)
Qualification
Required
An BS or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related STEM field (exceptional self-taught researchers also considered)
3+ years of applied ML research or development experience, or equivalent depth through publications, projects, or startup work
Strong Python programming skills with experience in PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX
Built and iterated quickly on ML models and pipelines
Experience with data preprocessing, labeling, and exploratory analysis
Agility working with multimodal data (e.g., imaging + time series, text + audio)
Proven ability to thrive in small, fast-moving teams
Preferred
Publications in top ML or domain-specific journals/conferences
Experience with biomedical, neuroimaging, or other high-dimensional sensor data
A background in signal processing for time-series or imaging data
Experience with distributed or large-scale training (e.g., mixed precision, very large datasets)
Knowledge of semi-supervised or self-supervised approaches
Excitement to learn neuroimaging and neuroscience context
Company
Orbit
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Funding
Current Stage
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