Machine Learning Engineer

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG
Hook
3 weeks ago
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Machine Learning Engineer

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. **At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.***Your role:**As a Machine Learning (ML) Engineer at Elanco, you will be a key member of our engineering team, specialising in the end-to-end lifecycle of custom and third-party (including open source) machine learning models. This role is focused on the practical application of machine learning, requiring a strong blend of software engineering discipline and deep ML expertise to design, build, and deploy models that deliver real-world value.Your Responsibilities: Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with data scientists, product managers, and software engineers to define requirements, integrate models into applications, and deliver impactful features. What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): Advanced proficiency in Python and deep experience with core ML/data science libraries (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, pandas, NumPy).ML Model Deployment: Proven, hands-on experience deploying machine learning models into a production environment. Experience with MLOps tools and frameworks and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).Cloud Platform Proficiency: Practical experience with Public Cloud, specifically Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and their ML services (e.g., Azure ML, Vertex AI). Proven experience with relevant DevSecOps concepts and tooling, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Git SCM, Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), Infrastructure-as-Code (HashiCorp Terraform).Machine Learning Theory: Solid understanding of the theoretical foundations of machine learning algorithms, including deep learning, NLP, and classical ML. Problem-Solving: A pragmatic and results-oriented approach to problem-solving, with the ability to translate ambiguous requirements into concrete technical solutions. Industry Experience: A broad understanding of life science, covering the business model, regulatory/compliance requirements, risks and rewards. An ability to identify and execute against opportunities within machine learning that directly support life science outcomes.Communication: Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical decisions and outcomes to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Location: Hook, UK - Hybrid Work EnvironmentIf you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!*Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at .
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