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Remote Huggingface Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Senior ML Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$107K - $147K/yr

Advanced Python and deep learning proficiency (PyTorch, HuggingFace Transformers, spaCy ... Familiarity with RLHF or preference training is a bonus 📍 Location This is a remote-first role.

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What is the difference between Remote Huggingface vs Remote Machine Learning Engineer?

AspectRemote HuggingfaceRemote Machine Learning Engineer
CredentialsExperience with NLP, Python, and ML frameworks; familiarity with Huggingface librariesDegree in Computer Science or related field; experience with ML algorithms, Python, and cloud platforms
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, often project-based, with a focus on NLP and AI modelsDeveloping, testing, and deploying ML models across various domains, including NLP, CV, and more
Industry UsagePrimarily in AI/ML companies, research labs, and startups focusing on NLPAcross tech companies, startups, and research institutions working on machine learning solutions

Remote Huggingface roles focus on NLP and AI model development using Huggingface libraries, requiring specific NLP expertise. Remote Machine Learning Engineers have broader responsibilities across ML domains, with a wider skill set. Both roles are remote-friendly but differ in specialization and scope.

What are some common challenges faced by remote Huggingface engineers when collaborating with global teams?

Remote Huggingface engineers often collaborate with colleagues across multiple time zones, which can make scheduling meetings and ensuring real-time communication challenging. To overcome this, teams rely heavily on asynchronous communication tools, thorough documentation, and clear workflows. Another challenge is staying up to date with rapid developments in machine learning models and open-source contributions, requiring proactive engagement with the Huggingface community and internal knowledge-sharing sessions. Despite these hurdles, remote engineers typically benefit from a flexible work environment and access to a vibrant, supportive team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Hugging Face Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Hugging Face Engineer, you need a strong background in machine learning, deep learning frameworks, and proficiency in Python, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Experience with Hugging Face Transformers, PyTorch or TensorFlow, and version control systems like Git is typically required. Excellent communication, self-motivation, and collaboration skills are essential for working effectively in a distributed team environment. These skills and qualities are crucial for building robust AI solutions, contributing to open-source projects, and ensuring project success in a remote setting.

What are Remote Huggingface jobs?

Remote Huggingface jobs are positions offered by Hugging Face, a company known for its open-source machine learning and natural language processing tools, that allow employees to work from anywhere outside of a traditional office setting. These roles can include engineering, research, product management, and other tech-related positions. Working remotely for Hugging Face gives employees flexibility while contributing to cutting-edge AI projects and collaborating with an international team using digital communication tools. Remote employees are typically expected to have reliable internet connections and be proactive in virtual collaboration. Hugging Face is committed to supporting remote work and fostering an inclusive, global workplace.
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Principal AI/ML Engineer (Large Language Model) (TS/SCI) {S}

ARKA Group

Aurora, CO • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted yesterday


Job description

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now!

Position Overview:

The Principal AI/ML Engineer will support the development of AI/ML algorithms in a multitude of disciplines from object detection/classification, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and large language models.

We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period.  Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you. 

Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor a multidisciplined team consisting of developers and researchers to implement machine learning algorithms to solve a broad set of challenges for our various customers

  • Apply Large Language Models (LLMs) to a variety of applications within remote sensing such as tasking collections, identifying gaps in collection plans, analyzing patterns of life, and more.
  • Fine tune foundation models and building adaptors for new applications (llama factory, PEFT)
  • Apply retrieval augmented generation (RAG) techniques to data to populate and query vector databases (e.g. Weaviate)
  • Build custom applications with LLM frameworks such as LangChain, DSPy
  • Deploy LLM solutions across cloud-based and local resources using kubernetes (llama.ccp, vllm etc)
  • Analyze large multi-domain datasets such as images, text and/or graph data, to identify statistically relevant features to build models that provide analysts with actionable data
  • Review relevant publications to understand and apply cutting edge concepts to defense and commercial applications
  • Interface with both internal and external leadership to communicate technical status

Required Qualifications:

  • BS in machine learning, computer science, mathematics, or related fields.
  • 10+ years of experience, preferably in software development or as a data scientist with 2+ years of building LLM applications using some of the following:
    • Fine-tuning foundational models
      • Steering Techniques (e.g Sparse auto encoders, representation tuning)
      • Building adapters to use foundational models (e.g. PEFT, llama factory)
    • Prompt engineering techniques / Inference time techniques (e.g. chain of thought, tree of thoughts, etc.)
    • Using Retrieval Augmented Generation techniques to populate and query vector databases (e.g. Weaviate, pinecone)
    • Using LLM Frameworks (e.g. LangChain, DSPy)
    • Using AI APIs ( e.g AWS Bedrock, OpenAI)
    • Using LLM deployment frameworks (eg llama.cpp, vllm, tgi)
    • Developing UIs with ReAct
  • Experience leading an interdisciplinary team of researchers and software developers and working with a program manager to define project scope and schedule to ensure we meet project milestones as defined by our customers
  • Experience with Python and data science / machine learning libraries (e.g. PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, OpenCV, NumPy, Pandas, Polars, scikit-learn, etc.)
  • Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MS or PhD in machine learning, computer science, mathematics, or related fields.
  • Experience leading an interdisciplinary team of researchers and software developers
  • Experience with any of the following Computer Vision domains:
    • Large Language Models and experience identifying ways to incorporate them into new areas and applications
    • Applying Transformer-based architectures to domains in other areas outside of Natural Language Processing (NLP) such as computer vision
    • Object detection algorithms such as YOLO and Faster-RCNN
    • Natural Language Processing algorithms such as BERT
    • Generative Adversarial Networks and Variational Autoencoders
    • Reinforcement learning and familiarity with Gymnasium Gym, RLlib, and Stable Baselines
    • Applying clustering algorithms and/or deep neural networks to real life problems
    • Implementing tracking and pattern-of-life algorithms
  • Experience with Machine Learning libraries and frameworks such as HuggingFace and LangChain
  • Experience with Computer Vision libraries such as OpenCV, Nerfstudio, FiftyOne, etc.
  • Experience with Linux
  • Familiarity with using AWS cloud computing resources such as EC2, S3, Lambda, etc.
  • Experience with any of the following additional languages: Java, C++, Rust, Go, and/or C#
  • Experience implementing algorithms on the GPU in Python or C++ using CUDA and other CUDA libraries
  • Experience with implementing tracking and pattern-of-life algorithms
  • Experience in application deployment, virtualization, and containerization (e.g. Podman, Docker, Kubernetes, Rancher)
  • Experience working with various Remote Sensing datasets (e.g. EO/OPIR/SAR images, passive RF, etc.)
  • Experience shaping and writing proposals

Pay Range:  $180,000 - $210,000

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

The application window will close in 330 days for this position.

Location: Aurora, CO

Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport.

What We Offer:

  • Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
  • Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
  • 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
  • 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
  • Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
  • Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
  • 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.