What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Learning Engineer position at ITR Group?
Opportunity available for a Machine Learning Engineer . In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize production-level machine learning solutions that directly impact user experience and business outcomes.
You'll contribute to engineering best practices, participate in code reviews, and maintain a clean, well-documented, and testable codebase. At the organizational level, you'll conduct knowledge-sharing sessions, present solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders, and align your work with broader strategic goals to ensure meaningful and scalable outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Local to the Minneapolis area and availability to work onsite (hybrid)
- W2 only - no 3rd parties
- 5 years of experience in end-to-end machine learning application development, including data pipelines, model training and optimization, deployment, and API integration
- Advanced programming skills in Python and either PySpark or Scala
- Proficiency with ML frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, XGBoost, scikit-learn, ONNX
- Experience with cloud ML platforms such as Vertex AI, Azure ML, or SageMaker
- Familiarity with distributed training frameworks (e.g., Spark, Ray, TensorFlow Distribute)
- Experience with serving frameworks like TorchServe, TensorFlow Serving, or FastAPI
- Solid understanding of Big Data technologies, especially Kafka and Spark
- Skilled in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for automated model testing and deployment
- Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams including data scientists, engineers, and product managers
- Strong communication skills, capable of turning data insights into compelling narratives and visualizations
- Self-starter with strong organizational and time management skills
- Experience mentoring junior team members in machine learning and career development
- Proven ability to work effectively within global, distributed teams
ITR Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) for eligible employees. The W2 pay range for this type of role is approximately $60.00 - $80.00 per billable hour. This range is an estimate and not a guarantee of compensation. The final rate will be determined by factors such as experience, market trends, and specific job assignments. Discover more about how ITR Group connects top talent with leading client opportunities.
Salary : $60 - $80
