Senior Machine Learning Engineer

About the role

As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Bamboohr, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our data-driven sports analytics platform. Your expertise will contribute to the development of advanced machine learning models that power our real-time sports data and analytics services. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate complex data into actionable insights, ensuring our users receive the most accurate and timely information possible. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where innovation and creativity are highly valued.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Design, implement, and optimize machine learning algorithms to improve the accuracy and efficiency of our sports analytics services.
• Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to integrate machine learning models into our existing infrastructure and applications.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that can enhance user experience and engagement.
• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines to ensure the seamless flow of information for model training and evaluation.
• Conduct experiments to validate model performance and iterate on designs based on empirical results.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence, applying relevant techniques to our projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and data scientists, providing guidance on best practices in machine learning and data analysis.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall improvement of our engineering practices.
• Collaborate with product managers to define project requirements and deliver high-quality solutions that meet user needs.
• Document processes, methodologies, and findings to facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand their requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Contribute to the development of a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team.

Requirements

• A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in machine learning, data science, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java, with a strong understanding of machine learning libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools, including SQL and Pandas.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and their machine learning services.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to tackling challenges.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in an agile development environment is a plus.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of sports analytics or a passion for sports is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio showcasing your machine learning work.

Skills & tools

• Machine Learning Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn
• Programming Languages: Python, R, Java
• Data Analysis Tools: SQL, Pandas, NumPy
• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Google Cloud, Azure
• Big Data Technologies: Hadoop, Spark
• Version Control: Git

Practical notes

This position is based in Zagreb, Grad Zagreb, and offers a full-time engagement. The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Bamboohr is committed to supporting work visa applications for qualified international candidates. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be eager to contribute to a team that is passionate about sports and technology. If you are looking to make a significant impact in the world of sports analytics, we encourage you to apply through our careers page.

META

Company: Bamboohr

Title: Senior Machine Learning Engineer

Listed

location: Zagreb, Grad Zagreb

Job type: Full-time

Apply URL: https://sofascore.bamboohr.com/careers/391

Tags: Machine Learning, Engineering

About the company

Bamboohr is a Croatian technology company that develops and maintains a popular sports statistics and live score application of the same name. Launched in 2010, the application provides data for approximately 20 sports across thousands of leagues worldwide.