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Machine Learning Engineer

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... Director, Enterprise Architecture to build supervised and unsupervised Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) models Essential Duties & Responsibilities Research, analyze, support, and ...

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Arlington, VA · On-site

$130K/yr

We have direct client (Oil & Gas domain company) located in Arlington, VA that is currently looking to fill an open full-time (PERM) Machine Learning Engineer position. This role will require 100 ...

Winaxis

Machine Learning Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

Our direct client is hiring a Machine Learning Engineer for their software machine learning and computer vision team to design, develop, and implement critical machine learning models supporting ...

MM International

Machine Learning Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

Our direct client is hiring a Machine Learning Engineer for their software machine learning and computer vision team to design, develop, and implement critical machine learning models supporting ...

ENSCO, Inc.

Machine Learning Engineer

Melbourne, FL

ENSCO, Inc. is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer with direct experience and applications with using Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL) models, frameworks, architectures, pipelines, and ...

GPTZero

Machine Learning Intern

New York, NY · On-site

What we're looking for At GPTZero, we ensure that machine learning models are created for the ... Faizan Mehdi (Affinity, Director of Demand Generation) Our Perks * Health, dental, and mental ...

Hive

Machine Learning Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180K - $250K/yr

Machine Learning Manager In order to execute our vision, we're constantly growing our machine ... The work you do here will have a noticeable and direct impact on the development of the company.

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for director machine learning in the United States is $91,932.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $106,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Director Machine Learning, you need advanced expertise in machine learning, statistics, data science, and leadership, typically supported by a master's or Ph.D. in a related field and several years of relevant industry experience. Familiarity with tools such as Python, TensorFlow or PyTorch, cloud platforms, and data management systems, as well as certifications like AWS Certified Machine Learning or Google Professional Machine Learning Engineer, are commonly required. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and team management skills distinguish top candidates in this role. These capabilities are essential for driving organizational AI initiatives, fostering high-performing teams, and delivering impactful business solutions.

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A Director of Machine Learning leads teams in developing and deploying machine learning models to solve business challenges. They define the AI strategy, oversee research, and ensure models are scalable and ethical. This role requires expertise in machine learning, data science, and leadership, as well as collaboration with cross-functional teams. Directors also stay updated on industry advancements and drive innovation within their organizations.

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A Director of Machine Learning is typically responsible for overseeing the development and deployment of machine learning solutions, mentoring technical teams, setting strategic direction for AI initiatives, and ensuring the alignment of projects with organizational goals. Challenges often include balancing innovative research with business priorities, navigating evolving technology landscapes, and coordinating efforts across data science, engineering, and stakeholder teams. This role requires regular collaboration with product managers, executives, and cross-functional departments to prioritize initiatives and communicate complex technical concepts. Successful directors excel at fostering a culture of continuous learning, optimizing team productivity, and staying ahead in a fast-paced, rapidly changing field.

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Associate Director, Machine Learning (Core Algorithms)

Associate Director, Machine Learning (Core Algorithms)

Whoop

Boston, MA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level and live longer through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.

We are seeking an Associate Director, Core Algorithms (Cloud) to lead the teams responsible for WHOOP's cloud-based algorithmic intelligence - the models and systems that transform physiological data into the sleep, recovery, and training insights our members rely on daily. This role is also responsible for ensuring our cloud algorithms evolve alongside WHOOP hardware, partnering with Sensor Intelligence and Hardware teams to translate new sensor capabilities into production-grade algorithmic experiences.

You will own the technical vision, execution, and organizational health of this team. You'll drive the evolution of our core production algorithms such as workout detection, strain, and sleep staging toward higher accuracy, better member experiences, and more mature development practices. You will partner closely with ML Platform, Sensor Intelligence, Research, Product, and Software Engineering to define what WHOOP algorithms can enable - not just how they perform technically, but how they show up for members.

This is a role for someone who has built and shipped physiological ML at scale in a consumer product, who has a deep product instinct for what algorithms mean to end users, and who knows how to elevate an ML organization's practices: raising the bar on tooling, processes, and standards to match the ambition of the work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the cloud ML team responsible for the algorithms powering sleep, recovery, and training

  • Directly manage applied ML scientists and ML engineers; provide coaching, career development, and performance feedback that grows individual contributors into strong technical leaders

  • Ensure the technical quality bar for algorithm development is maintained by establishing the processes, reviews, and standards that guarantee rigor from research through deployment, and diving into designs and architectural decisions where necessary

  • Help drive the vision for what WHOOP algorithms and next-generation sensors can enable; advocate for member experience and push the boundaries of what our data makes possible

  • Ensure cloud algorithms remain compatible with future hardware generations; partner with Sensor Intelligence and Hardware to evolve proof-of-concept algorithms that leverage new sensor capabilities and bring them to production readiness

  • Establish and improve development lifecycle practices: experiment management, model validation, deployment pipelines, and production monitoring

  • Partner with ML Platform / MLOps to define requirements and drive maturity improvements across experiment tracking, model monitoring, deployment automation, and observability

  • Drive cross-functional alignment with Sensor Intelligence, Product, Software Engineering, and Research teams

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 8+ years of experience in machine learning or applied data science, with hands-on experience developing and shipping ML models for a consumer product

  • 4+ years of people leadership experience directly managing machine learning scientists/engineers, with demonstrated growth of team members and a track record of building high-performing teams

  • Experience scaling a production ML organization: growing teams and leaders, identifying gaps in the development lifecycle, and driving improvements that increase velocity, reliability, and rigor

  • Deep product sense: ability to think about algorithms from the member's perspective, drive the vision for what algorithms can enable, and ensure the team is building toward meaningful user outcomes

  • Ability to evaluate technical designs, guide architectural decisions, and ensure quality at the system level, without needing to write code day-to-day

  • Experience defining and driving cross-functional programs with engineering, product, and science partners

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex ML concepts to diverse audiences including product, engineering, and executive stakeholders

PREFERRED

  • Experience building algorithms using physiological or wearable sensor data (e.g., PPG, accelerometer, temperature, bioimpedance)

  • Experience managing through hardware-coupled development timelines where sensor availability and device generations constrain algorithm roadmaps

  • Familiarity with time-series modeling, sequential data, and the specific challenges of continuous physiological monitoring

This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office. 
 
Interested in the role, but don't meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.
 
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility.  It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
 
At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company's long-term growth and success.
 
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $200,000-$245,000 Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. 
 
In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package.
 
These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate's specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role's requirements.
 
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At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers users (Olympians, Professional Athletes, Fitness Enthusiasts, etc) to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.

Industry

Fitness and sports centers

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boston, MA, US

Year founded

2012

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