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Trainee Machine Learning Engineer Jobs in Schaumburg, IL

Hardware Machine Learning Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

... engineers to implement, verify, and deploy ML inference solutions from proof-of-concept through production * Track and evaluate emerging research in neural architecture search, machine learning ...

... engineers to implement, verify, and deploy ML inference solutions from proof-of-concept through production * Track and evaluate emerging research in neural architecture search, machine learning ...

... engineers to implement, verify, and deploy ML inference solutions from proof-of-concept through production * Track and evaluate emerging research in neural architecture search, machine learning ...

The Hartford is seeking Senior AI Machine Learning Engineer to build Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) services for the Global Specialty Applied AI team. The Hartford is developing industryleading ...

Sr. Machine Learning Engineer

Chicago, IL

$107K - $147K/yr

Who We Are Looking For We're hiring a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to design and ship the next generation of voice and conversational AI agents within Realm-X. This role helps define AppFolio ...

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How much do trainee machine learning engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee machine learning engineer in Schaumburg, IL is $67,379.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,100.00 and $73,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Machine Learning Engineer vs Junior Data Scientist?

AspectTrainee Machine Learning EngineerJunior Data Scientist
Required CredentialsBasic programming, introductory ML knowledge, possibly a degree in CS or related fieldDegree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field; some programming experience
Work EnvironmentInternship or entry-level role in tech or AI companies, labs, or startupsEntry-level position in data teams across various industries
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, AI startups, research labsFinance, healthcare, e-commerce, and tech firms

While both roles are entry-level and involve working with data, a Trainee Machine Learning Engineer focuses more on developing and deploying machine learning models, whereas a Junior Data Scientist emphasizes data analysis, visualization, and insights. The roles often overlap, but the Trainee ML Engineer is more specialized in ML algorithms and model deployment.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Machine Learning Engineer job openings in Schaumburg, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,379 per year, or $32.4 per hour.

Hardware Machine Learning Engineer

IMC

Chicago, IL • On-site

$127K - $167K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

We are deploying machine learning directly onto custom hardware - and we want you to help drive it from the ground up. This is an initiative where you'll have the rare opportunity to architect solutions from scratch, influence technical research direction, and see your work drive real impact in one of the most demanding computing environments in the world.

We build the hardware, the software, and the infrastructure, so when you hit a bottleneck, you can fix it - there's no vendor to wait on and no abstraction layer you're not allowed to touch. If you've ever wanted to push the boundaries of what's computationally possible, this role is for you. We're looking for researchers and experienced engineers from any background. Trading experience is a bonus, not a prerequisite.

Your Core Responsibilities

  • Architect and co-design ML models with traders, quant researchers, and software engineers, treating hardware constraints (latency budgets, resource limits, numerical precision) as first-class design inputs
  • Shape our custom hardware roadmap by translating ML model requirements into concrete architectural decisions
  • Work hands-on with hardware engineers to implement, verify, and deploy ML inference solutions from proof-of-concept through production
  • Track and evaluate emerging research in neural architecture search, machine learning systems and quantization methods, and determine what translates to measurable improvements in our systems

Your Skills and Experience

  • Solid understanding of hardware constraints and design trade-offs (e.g., pipelining, resource utilization, fixed-point arithmetic) that shape how ML models can be efficiently mapped onto FPGAs or custom ASICs
  • Experience with hardware fundamentals, whether through VHDL/SystemVerilog development, HLS tools, or ML-to-hardware frameworks like hls4ml, FINN, or Vitis AI
  • Understanding of machine learning fundamentals - neural network architectures, inference optimization, quantization techniques, ML frameworks such as PyTorch/TensorFlow
  • Proficiency in Python, C++, or similar languages for tooling, testing, and simulation
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across disciplines with both technical and non-technical teams

Nice to Have

  • Exposure to ML compiler infrastructure such as MLIR, TVM, XLA, or similar tools for lowering and optimizing models for hardware targets
  • Background in latency-sensitive or resource-constrained systems including high-frequency trading, particle physics data acquisition, real-time signal processing, or similar domains
  • Familiarity with functional verification methodologies (for example SystemVerilog, UVM, Cocotb)
  • Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in EE, CS, Physics, or related field, or equivalent depth through industry or research experience