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ML Platform Engineer London, England, United Kingdom

Every Cure
London
5 months ago
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Every Cure is an AI-driven nonprofit, biotech organization that was founded to uncover and repurpose existing drugs to treat the millions of patients who suffer from diseases without approved treatments. By focusing on drug repurposing, we aim to provide affordable and accessible therapies for those suffering from diseases that are often overlooked in traditional drug development. Through artificial intelligence technologies, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and patient advocacy, Every Cure is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of existing medicines to treat every disease and every patient we possibly can. Inspired by Every Cure’s co-founders' work repurposing drugs for Castleman disease and other rare diseases, Every Cure has advanced repurposed treatments for neglected diseases and been featured in USA Today, Good Morning America, and Wall Street Journal. Led by a talented leadership team and an outstanding Board of Directors, Every Cure is supported through funding from leading philanthropic organizations like Chan Zuckerberg Initiative and TED’s Audacious Project and a federal contract with ARPA-H.

Our approach:

  • AI-Powered Identification:We use advanced artificial intelligence to analyze the world’s biomedical knowledge and identify FDA-approved drugs that can be repurposed for untreated conditions. This cutting-edge technology enables us to explore new therapeutic possibilities efficiently.
  • Open-Source Commitment:We are dedicated to making our predictive pipeline open-source, fostering collaboration and transparency within the scientific community and unlocking the potential for discovering new treatments.
  • High-Impact Focus:We prioritize drug repurposing opportunities that can benefit neglected patient communities, ensuring our efforts address the most pressing needs.
  • Rigorous Validation:Promising opportunities are thoroughly validated through laboratory and clinical studies to confirm their efficacy and safety before advancing to broader application.
  • Equitable Access:We are committed to ensuring that new cures are accessible to all patients, regardless of geographic or economic barriers.

As aML Platform Engineerat Every Cure, you'll contribute directly to our mission by designing, implementing and operating our AI-powered platform. You'll collaborate with data scientists, external contractors and stakeholders to shape the future of data-driven drug repurposing. This role will report directly to the Head of Engineering and eventually own the AI platform as a product consumed by the rest of the organization.

How you’ll make an impact -

  • Architect & Build:Design and implement scalable systems architecture for our data platform, ensuring security, efficiency, and adaptability.
  • Innovate:Develop novel methodologies to maximize data usage and contribute to drug repurposing discoveries.
  • Collaborate:Partner with a range of scientific collaborators to integrate biological and medical insights into the platform.
  • Communicate:Translate complex engineering approaches into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders across scientific and business domains.
  • Coach & Grow:Mentor and collaborate with a growing engineering team, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and development.

What you’ll bring to the team -

  • Core Qualifications:
    • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
    • 4+ years of experience building and operating data or AI platforms using cloud technologies.
    • Proficiency in general-purpose programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Scala) and big data platforms (SQL, Hadoop, Spark, Databricks, BigQuery).
    • Extensive experience with Linux-based systems, including configuration and operations.
    • Deep expertise with Terraform, Kubernetes, and the Linux shell to build and operate scalable platforms.
    • Experience operating Kubernetes in production environments.
    • Experience working on production systems and contributing to best practices.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with database technologies (RDBMS, MPP, NoSQL is a plus).
  • Machine Learning & AI Platform Experience (Preferred):
    • Experience in Machine Learning platforms such as PyTorch, Ray, MLFlow, or similar ML & compute technologies.
    • Knowledge of Kedro, Neo4J, ArgoCD, Helm, Argo Workflows, or Terragrunt is a plus.
  • Experience supporting and onboarding users through documentation, direct user support (e.g., Slack), or internal advocacy.
  • Strong ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to various stakeholders.
  • Bonus Qualifications:
    • Prior experience working at a startup, small enterprise, or boutique consultancy.
    • Professional or academic background in biology, chemistry, or drug discovery/repurposing is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits -

  • Your paycheck:Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Health and wellness:Comprehensive plans with medical, dental, and vision coverage, administered by Bupa.
  • Future nest egg:A pension plan with an employer match of 3% helps you save for your future.
  • Relax and recharge:Generous time off, including paid holidays.
  • We have you covered:Comprehensive life and income protection administered by Unum, ensuring you have the support you need during important times.

This role is based in London with an expectation of minimum 3 days per week in office.

Every Cure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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