Senior AI/ML Engineer - Austin, TX
Handoff
Why join us?
Handoff is a new mobile & web app for the $500 billion market of remodeling contractors in the US. We use generative AI technology to provide remodelers a fast, accurate, and intuitive way to create construction cost estimates in minutes. There are 600,000+ contractors in the US who could be users of Handoff, and we're looking for teammates as passionate as we are to help us win this market.
The team at Handoff is distributed across offices in Austin TX, Sao Paulo, and Buenos Aires, and includes talent from top technology companies such as Apple, Tesla, and WeWork.
Senior AI/ML Engineer at Handoff
As a Senior AI/ML Engineer you have a strong foundation in machine learning, computer vision, and the adaptability to tackle diverse challenges. As a generalist on our team, you will focus on solving real-world business problems by leveraging advanced machine learning techniques and proprietary datasets. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions.
What you'll do
Develop Machine Learning Solutions: Apply traditional and modern ML techniques to build solutions that address key business challenges, such as enhancing estimate accuracy or streamlining AI agent features.
Leverage Proprietary Data: Utilize our extensive blueprint dataset to explore and develop innovative computer vision solutions, driving unique value in our product offerings.
Balance ML and Business Objectives: Identify and implement the most effective ML tools and approaches, ensuring alignment with both immediate project goals and broader business needs.
Monitor and Optimize Performance: Establish evaluation frameworks to measure and improve the effectiveness of deployed models, iterating based on results to achieve reliable outcomes.
Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with engineering, product, and other stakeholders to integrate ML solutions seamlessly into production, ensuring scalability, reliability, and user-centric design.
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Stay at the Cutting Edge: Keep abreast of advancements in both computer vision and machine learning research, adopting promising methods to enhance our capabilities.
About You
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in machine learning, with a proven ability to apply techniques across domains like NLP, computer vision, and predictive analytics.
Proficiency in foundational ML tools: Pandas, NumPy, OpenCV, and scikit-learn.
Experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Familiarity with working on computer vision tasks, such as image recognition, object detection, and processing large datasets like blueprints.
Hands-on experience with data engineering tools (e.g., SQL, Apache Airflow) for building pipelines.
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) for deploying ML solutions.
A team player who communicates effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and success in delivering impactful solutions.
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Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively with proprietary datasets to unlock innovative solutions.
What we offer
Competitive Salary + Equity
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k)
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life & Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dependent Care FSA (DC FSA)
Relocation Allowance
Top-Notch Equipment - Choose your laptop!
Team Offsites Around the World – In 2024, we gathered in Poland, Mexico, and Florida - where to next?
If you are passionate about building exceptional user experiences and want to be part of a team that values product impact and technical excellence, we’d love to hear from you!