Manager, Machine Learning and Applied Science

The Company

Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company that uses computer vision technology to enable frictionless, checkout-free experiences in the real world. Today, we are reimagining parking to enable millions of consumers to just "drive in and drive out." We envision a future where people transact in the real world with a speed, ease and convenience that is unparalleled, even online. Tomorrow, we will power checkout-free experiences anywhere you go to make the everyday experiences of living, working and playing remarkable - giving us back our most valuable asset, time.

The Role

Metropolis is seeking a Manager of Machine Learning and Applied Science who can bring deep expertise in applied science with a proven record of shipping at scale. We are developing a broad suite of technologies on the edge and cloud that enable the operation of our CV/ML-powered platform, including but not limited to computer vision, search, and pricing systems. As a Machine Learning and Applied Science manager within the Advanced Technologies organization, you will be responsible for leading a team of diverse engineers and scientists to deliver high-impact models and algorithms. You will work closely with Machine Learning Applications, Technical Operations, Platform, Hardware, and Product organizations to define requirements and support deployment of algorithms into production. 

The right candidate will have a broad machine learning background that includes having shipped multiple systems to production, as well as prior team leadership experience. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders. You won’t be afraid to break new technological ground at Metropolis and are more than willing to roll up your sleeves, dig in, and get the job done. If you have a background in machine learning, computer vision, pricing, and are interested in developing systems that go out into the real world, please reach out!

Responsibilities

• Lead the Machine Learning and Applied Science team through strategic roadmaps to support business initiatives with high impact.
• Guide the teams technically, engaging in architecture definition, implementation
  of best practices, and troubleshooting when needed.
• Mange the team through all phases of machine learning development, from
  concept and design to deployment and monitoring.
• Stay ahead of state-of-the-art research and industry trends in machine learning, computer vision, pricing algorithms, and related fields.
• Collaborate with other Engineering and Product teams to evaluate requirements
  and use cases for new systems.
• Invest in the career development of the team members, develop future leaders,
  and create a culture of cohesion and teamwork.
• Participate in talent acquisition processes to ensure that we have world class
  engineers across all skill and experience levels.
• Establish metrics to measure the productivity of the team, hold people
  accountable and identify people issues early.

Requirements and Qualifications

• PhD or MS in Computer Science, Statistics, Operations Research or a relevant quantitative discipline. PhD is strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of industry experience, with at least 1+ years of experience leading machine learning teams preferably in computer vision or pricing domain.
• 2+ years of experience as a hands-on senior, staff, or principal engineer with demonstrated end-to-end ownership of a machine learning project before transitioning into managing teams.
• Expert level knowledge in Python and SQL for model development and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Proficiency in edge computing, distributed systems, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and optimization techniques.
• Experience with common program management (MS Project, Visio, etc.) and
  productivity (Confluence, Jira, etc.) tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to present
  complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of
  audiences.
• Previous experience working inside innovative, high-growth environments is a
  plus.

Publications or patents in relevant fields such as machine learning, computer vision, or optimization is a plus.   When you join Metropolis, you’ll join a team of world-class product leaders and engineers, building an ecosystem of technologies at the intersection of parking, mobility, and real estate. Our goal is to build an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and the best idea wins. You will play a key role in building and maintaining this culture as our organization grows. The anticipated base salary for this position is $XXX,000.00 to $XXX,000.00 annually. The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment. Base salary is one component of Metropolis’s total compensation package, which may also include access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a lucrative stock option plan, bonus plans and more.   

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Join us in making a difference as we build our future. Metropolis is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity, equality, and inclusion, and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Metropolis prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.