AI/ML Engineer, Python

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We’re not just building software; we’re creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you’ll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people’s working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $800 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you’ll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Get ready to:

• Be a part of a truly cross-functional team; Engineer, Product, Data Science and Business Stakeholders.
• Participate in product planning (From discovery all the way to deployment); We want your input at all stages of the Software Development Lifecycle!
• Collaborate! Our teams work together to develop robust new features, Machine Learning, continuously improve our industry-leading products and find and fix any bugs at Deel Speed.
• Ensure our customers receive a white-glove experience with our products!

The bits and bytes you’ll bring to the team:

• Developing and maintaining AI and machine learning algorithms using Python.
• Creating and maintaining data pipelines and ETL processes to extract, transform, and load data from various sources.
• Building and deploying scalable, reliable, and efficient AI models using cloud computing platforms.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including data scientists, data engineers, Product and business stakeholders to understand business requirements and develop solutions that meet those requirements.
• Writing clean and efficient code, and implementing best practices for code optimization, testing, and deployment through Jupyter Notebooks and/or Google Colab.
• Conducting research and staying up-to-date with the latest AI and Machine Learning techniques, and incorporating new ideas and methods into existing systems.
• Troubleshooting and debugging code, and resolving technical issues that arise during the development, testing, and deployment process.
• Creating documentation for code, data pipelines, and models to ensure that all stakeholders have access to clear and accurate information.
• Participating in code reviews and contributing to the development of a strong engineering culture within the organization.

You’re the Engineer we’re looking for if you have:

• High proficiency in Python, PostgreSQL, and the data science stack.
• Background and experience in Back-End engineering in production environments (5+ years) (Mid/Senior Level role)
• Background and hands-on experience (2+ years) in implementing research and algorithms in Python, specifically in information retrieval, text processing, NLP, and machine learning
• Proven experience delivering AI/Machine Learning solutions inside a product.
• Track record of good written and verbal communication of complex things in a simple way as well as the ability to collaborate well with people from different backgrounds and professions
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM/Computer science related field

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.

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