Mission and Vision
Our organization is dedicated to transforming education by making learning more accessible and engaging. Since our inception in 2019, we have successfully empowered over 200 million students in various STEM subjects and developed the largest STEM video library worldwide. With over $26 million in funding, we aim to become the leading platform in the educational technology sector.
Role Overview
Key Responsibilities
- Drive strategic planning and execution of machine learning initiatives.
- Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, machine learning engineers, and AI specialists.
- Develop and implement machine learning models that improve personalized learning experiences for students.
- Collaborate with product teams, software engineers, and UX/UI designers to integrate machine learning functionalities into products.
- Stay updated on industry trends in machine learning, AI, and ed-tech to refine our strategy.
- Simplify complex machine learning concepts for stakeholders across the organization.
- Maintain quality, reliability, and scalability of machine learning systems through best practices.
- Define key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of machine learning models and drive continuous improvements.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- 6+ years of experience in machine learning, data science, or related fields.
- 2+ years of experience in managing and coaching high-performing teams.
- Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- Proficiency in machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Strong programming skills in languages such as Python and Java.
- Experience with GPUs and optimization techniques.
- Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical concepts, and data structures.
- Familiarity with cloud-based machine learning platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud).
- Knowledge of SQL and relational databases, as well as NoSQL databases like AWS Dynamo.
- Proven experience in deploying machine learning models in real-world applications.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with natural language processing and generative models, particularly in educational contexts.
- Contributions to intellectual property or published research.
- Previous experience in the ed-tech industry.
- Ability to communicate complex technical ideas to non-technical audiences.
- Experience in designing and building data pipelines and frameworks.
- Familiarity with data warehouses and data lakes.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with equity potential.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
- 401(k) plan to support your future savings.
- Remote work flexibility in a remote-first environment.
- Flexible paid time off policies, including paid parental leave.
- Inclusion in a supportive and diverse culture, with regular team events to foster connection.
Join Us
We welcome individuals who are passionate about creating exceptional products and thrive in innovative and growth-oriented environments. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. If you require any accommodations due to a disability or special need, please let us know.
Employment Type: Full-Time