Machine Learning Engineer

Ultralytics
London
3 weeks ago
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Founder & CEO at Ultralytics | Democratizing Vision AI

At Ultralytics, we relentlessly drive innovation in AI, building the world's leading open-source models. We're looking for passionate individuals obsessed with AI, eager to make a global impact, and ready to excel in a dynamic, high-energy environment. Join our team and help shape the future of Vision AI.

Location and Legalities

This full-time Machine Learning Engineer position is based onsite in our brand-new Ultralytics office in London, UK. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the UK, as Ultralytics does not provide visa sponsorship.

What You\'ll Do

As a Machine Learning Engineer at Ultralytics, you will be at the forefront of developing and refining our world-class Ultralytics YOLO models. You will work on the entire lifecycle of our models, from research and development to high-performance deployment. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing, training, and validating state-of-the-art models for a variety of computer vision tasks, including detection, segmentation, and classification.
  • Writing highly efficient, scalable, and production-ready code in Python using the PyTorch framework.
  • Optimizing models for high-performance inference on diverse hardware using tools like NVIDIA TensorRT, OpenVINO, and ONNX.
  • Managing and processing large-scale datasets and implementing advanced data augmentation strategies.
  • Designing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions for automated model training, testing, and benchmarking.
  • Collaborating with our research and engineering teams to implement cutting-edge techniques and contribute to our open-source repositories.
  • Engaging with our global community by creating documentation, tutorials, and supporting users to solve real-world problems with our technology.

Your expertise will be critical in advancing the capabilities of our models and supporting Ultralytics\' mission to make AI easy and accessible for everyone.

Skills and Experience
  • 5+ years of professional experience in Machine Learning Engineering or a similar role.
  • Deep expertise in Python and deep learning frameworks, with a strong preference for PyTorch.
  • Proven experience with computer vision and a strong understanding of model architectures like transformers and CNNs.
  • Hands-on experience with model optimization (i.e. quantization, pruning) and model deployment frameworks such as TensorRT, ONNX Runtime, and OpenVINO.
  • Proficiency with CUDA programming and optimizing code for GPU acceleration.
  • Strong background in MLOps practices, including CI/CD using GitHub Actions and containerization with Docker.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment.
  • Experience contributing to major open-source projects is a significant advantage.
Cultural Fit

Cultural Fit - Intensity Required

Ultralytics is a high-performance environment for world-class talent obsessed with achieving extraordinary results. We operate at a relentless pace, demanding exceptional dedication and an unwavering commitment to excellence, guided by our mission, vision, and values. Our team thrives on audacious goals and absolute ownership. This is not a conventional workplace. If your priority is predictable comfort or a standard work-life balance over the relentless pursuit of progress, Ultralytics is not for you. We seek driven individuals prepared for the profound personal investment required to make a defining contribution to the future of AI.

Compensation and Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: Highly competitive based on experience.
  • Startup Equity: Participate directly in our company\'s growth and success.
  • Hybrid Flexibility: 3 days per week in our brand-new office - 2 days remote.
  • Generous Time Off: 24 days vacation, your birthday off, plus local holidays.
  • Flexible Hours: Tailor your working hours to suit your productivity.
  • Tech: Engage with cutting-edge AI projects.
  • Gear: Brand-new Apple MacBook and Apple Display provided.
  • Team: Become part of a supportive and passionate team environment.

If you are driven to redefine the capabilities of machine learning and eager to make a significant impact, Ultralytics offers an exceptional career opportunity.

Job Details
  • Seniority level: Associate
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Research and Science
  • Industries: Software Development and Information Services


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