Principal Machine Learning Developer: AI/ML Platform

Job Requisition ID # 26WD99908 Principal Machine Learning Operations Developer: AI/ML Platform Location: Canada. Open to Toronto, Ontario or Remote Ontario. About Autodesk Autodesk makes software for people who make things. We are a global leader in 3D design, engineering, manufacturing, and entertainment software. Our customers use Autodesk software to design and make the physical and virtual worlds that we live in. If you've ever driven a high-performance car, admired a towering skyscraper, used a smartphone, or watched a great film or played an immersive game, chances are you've experienced what millions of Autodesk customers are doing with our software. Position Overview Autodesk, a global leader in 3D design, engineering, manufacturing, and entertainment software, is seeking a skilled Principal MLOps Developer to join our AI/ML Platform team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operationalization of machine learning models and the overall efficiency of our next-generation AI/ML platform used in the development of machine learning and generative AI solutions powering Autodesk’s suite of products and services. You will collaborate with research and product engineering from various domains including design, construction, manufacturing, and media & entertainment to deliver platform capabilities that support the full AI/ML development lifecycle. As a principal-level contributor, you will help build innovative capabilities that enable faster, more secure development and deployment of machine learning and generative AI solutions. You will take ownership of critical platform components, provide architectural direction, and contribute to scalable systems for model training, inference, data processing, deployment automation, monitoring, governance, and operations. Responsibilities Operational Excellence: Drive the operational excellence and technical direction of our AI/ML Platform by implementing and optimizing MLOps practices across the full machine learning development lifecycle Innovative System Design: Lead the design and engineering of software systems and platform services for the AI/ML Platform, contributing to scalable, secure, and reliable ML development and operations Deployment Automation: Design and implement automated deployment pipelines for machine learning models and ML artifacts, ensuring seamless transitions from development to production Workflow Automation: Develop comprehensive systems to automate and optimize laborious ML development and operational processes, integrating them into the platform to streamline operations Scalable Infrastructure: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain scalable infrastructure for model training, inference, data processing, and ML artifact management ML Solution Deployment: Develop tools for building, deploying, and operating ML artifacts in production environments, facilitating a smooth transition from development to deployment Big Data Management: Automate and orchestrate tasks related to managing large-scale data transformation, data processing, and data stores that support model training, validation, deployment, and operations Scalable Services: Design and implement low-latency, scalable prediction and inference services to support the diverse needs of platform users and Autodesk product teams Monitoring and Logging: Develop and maintain robust monitoring and logging systems to track model performance, system health, operational reliability, and overall platform efficiency Collaboration with Data Engineers: Work closely with data engineers to ensure efficient data pipelines for model training, validation, deployment, and ongoing platform operations Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate across diverse teams, including machine learning researchers, data engineers, software developers, product managers, software architects, and operations teams, fostering a collaborative and cohesive work environment Version Control and Model Governance: Implement version control systems for machine learning models and contribute to model governance practices Governance and Trust: Contribute to the implementation of robust model governance practices, version control systems, and adherence to compliance standards. Uphold data privacy and ethical considerations, fostering trust in our AI/ML solutions Security and Compliance: Enforce security best practices and compliance standards in all aspects of MLOps, ensuring data privacy and platform security Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process automation and optimization, and implement strategies to enhance the overall MLOps lifecycle Architectural Leadership: Take ownership of critical components of the platform, providing architectural direction and contributing to the overall success of the AI/ML Platform T Learn More About Autodesk Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made. We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world. When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us! Salary transparency Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $153,000 and $224,400. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package. Belonging We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk? Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).