Machine Learning Operations Specialist

Job Information
Job Title: Machine Learning Operations Specialist 
Job Requisition ID: 63091
Ministry: Technology and Innovation
Location: Alberta (Remote)
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 15, 2024
Classification: Systems Analyst Level 3
Salary: ​$3,199.50 - $4,237.85 bi-weekly ($83,506 - $110,607 / year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

The Technology and Innovation (T&I) Ministry supports GoA departments with information management and technology (IMT) leadership and expertise in IMT services delivery, security, and corporate investment management that enable the GoA to meet business goals and objectives.

To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/technology-and-innovation.

Role Responsibilities

Join our dynamic T&I Artificial Intelligence (AI) Program team as a Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) Specialist. You'll play a crucial role in deploying and optimizing AI solutions that align with the GoA's AI Strategy, collaborating with industry partners and designing robust data pipelines. If you're passionate about AI and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!

As the MLOps Specialist, you will provide technical support for the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of AI solutions. You will ensure the high reliability and performance of AI systems in production environments, aligning with the GoA's AI Strategy and aiding in the implementation of the GoA AI Roadmap. You will advise on best practices and standards for deploying, monitoring, and scaling AI solutions. 

Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Collaborating closely with third-party AI solution providers contracted by the GoA, ensuring compliance with GoA's MLOps guidelines and requirements.
• Designing and implementing data pipelines, workflows, and infrastructure for both traditional and generative machine learning models.
• Utilizing cloud services, automation tools, and advanced programming skills to facilitate continuous integration and delivery of AI solutions.
• Supporting Data Scientists and Software Engineers in developing, testing, and refining machine learning models and collaborating with business units across the GoA to optimize AI solutions and resolve issues.

To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail, accuracy and data quality.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle ambiguous and open-ended problems.
• Strong human relations and communication (written, verbal, and listening) skills will be necessary to effectively communicate across disciplines and stakeholders.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Qualifications

Required:

• A related university degree (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics), supplemented by at least four (4) years of related experience. Equivalencies may be considered. 
• Proven experience deploying and managing machine learning models in production environments.
• Experience working with generative AI models and frameworks such as Langchain, huggingface, etc.
• Familiarity with large language models such as LLAMA, ChatGPT, and Claude etc.
• Experience in managing the entire product life cycle, from planning and development to deployment and updates.

Assets:

• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g. Microsoft Azure (preferred), GCP, etc.).
• Directly related experience providing technical support for the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of AI solutions.

Equivalencies are:
A related two-year diploma and a minimum of six (6) years of related experience; a related one-year certificate and a minimum of seven (7) years of related experience.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

This position is a permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, academic verification, etc.

Must reside in Alberta to work remotely. While this position is eligible for remote work, the successful candidate must reside in Alberta to work remotely.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) – https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information – https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development – https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Christmas closure directive – https://www.alberta.ca/christmas-closure-directive.aspx 
• Special leave directive – https://www.alberta.ca/special-leave-directive
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as a modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Sam Thomas Mathew at Sam.Thomasmathew@gov.ab.ca.