
Senior Machine Learning Engineer - ML Training Infrastructure
General Motors · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $240,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Design scalable AI/ML infrastructure for advanced research.
- Optimize model training for performance and cost efficiency.
- Enhance system observability and user experience.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new features.
- Drive intelligent driving technologies at General Motors.
About the role
Senior Machine Learning Engineer - ML Training Infrastructure
We are seeking an experienced, technical oriented, impact delivering-driven expert in ML Training Infrastructure with a strong ability to execute hands-on technical work. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building scalable, reliable, and high-performance AI/ML platform infrastructure to support advanced AI research and model development initiatives. As a Senior ML Engineer, you will collaborate closely with machine learning engineers, research scientists, and other partners to develop state-of-the-art AI solutions that enable the future of intelligent driving technologies across General Motors vehicles.
What You'll Do:
- Design and development of scalable, reliable, high-performance ML framework to support model training at scale.
- Model training performance analysis and optimization solutions to scale distributed training workflows and maximize resource utilization across heterogeneous hardware environments, and save cost.
- Raise the bar on system observability, debuggability, and operational excellence, and user experience.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new features and technologies into the platform.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Computer Science or equivalent major OR equivalent relevant experience
- 3+ years professional software engineering experience.
- 2+ years specialized experience in AI/ML infrastructure, e.g., enabling distributed training for scaling large ML models
- Strong programming skills in Python, with proficiency in frameworks such as, PyTorch (preferred), TensorFlow, or similar
- Experience with distributed computing, GPU computing, and cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Willingness to travel to Sunnyvale, CA as needed
- Comfortable working in highly ambiguous and dynamic environments
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- Self-motivated, strong execution, impact-delivering oriented
- Extensive knowledge and experience with PyTorch 2.x+ and distributed training framework
- Experience with design and development of training framework that supports FSDP, Pipeline Parallelism and other scalable solutions to training large foundational models
- Experience with profiling, analysis, debugging and optimizing training and data loading performance.
- Excellent communication skills to resolve controversial, make consensus, communicate risks and give constructive feedback
Compensation:
The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of the California Bay Area.
The salary range for this role is $170,000 to $240,000. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Relocation:
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Benefits:
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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This role is based remotely, but if the selected candidate lives within a specific mile radius of a GM hub, they will be expected to report to the location three times a week {or other frequency dictated by your manager}. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM:
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Key skills/competency:
- Machine Learning Infrastructure
- ML Training
- Distributed Training
- Python
- PyTorch
- TensorFlow
- Cloud Computing (AWS, GCP, Azure)
- GPU Computing
- Performance Optimization
- Software Engineering
Skills & topics
- Machine Learning Engineer
- AI Infrastructure
- ML Training
- Distributed Training
- Python
- PyTorch
- TensorFlow
- Cloud Computing
- GPU Computing
- Software Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Deep Learning
- Big Data
- AWS
- GCP
- Azure
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 3+ years of software engineering and 2+ years of AI/ML infrastructure experience, emphasizing Python, PyTorch, and distributed training.
- Showcase impact: Quantify your achievements in optimizing ML model training, performance analysis, and cost savings.
- Demonstrate technical skills: Prepare to discuss your experience with Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, distributed computing, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Research GM's culture: Understand their vision for Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion to align your application.
- Prepare for assessments: Be ready for potential role-related assessments and pre-employment screening as part of the hiring process.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Senior Machine Learning Engineer - ML Training Infrastructure role at General Motors?
- The estimated salary range for the Senior Machine Learning Engineer - ML Training Infrastructure position at General Motors is between $170,000 and $240,000 annually. The final salary offered will depend on various factors including experience, location, and performance.
- Does General Motors offer relocation assistance for this Senior Machine Learning Engineer role?
- Yes, this Senior Machine Learning Engineer position may be eligible for relocation benefits. Details regarding relocation assistance would typically be discussed during the offer stage of the hiring process.
- Is the Senior Machine Learning Engineer position at General Motors remote?
- This Senior Machine Learning Engineer role is primarily remote. However, candidates living within a specific radius of a GM hub may be expected to report to the office periodically, as determined by management.
- What are the required technical skills for the Senior Machine Learning Engineer role at General Motors?
- Required technical skills include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 3+ years of software engineering, 2+ years in AI/ML infrastructure, strong Python programming, and experience with distributed computing, GPU computing, and cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure). Proficiency in PyTorch or TensorFlow is essential.
- What kind of projects will a Senior Machine Learning Engineer work on at General Motors?
- A Senior Machine Learning Engineer will focus on designing and building scalable, high-performance AI/ML platform infrastructure for advanced research. This includes optimizing model training, enhancing system observability, and integrating new technologies to support intelligent driving solutions.
- What is the preferred experience for the Senior Machine Learning Engineer role at General Motors?
- Preferred qualifications include extensive experience with PyTorch 2.x+, designing training frameworks for large foundational models (FSDP, Pipeline Parallelism), and expertise in profiling, debugging, and optimizing training/data loading performance.
- How can I apply for the Senior Machine Learning Engineer position at General Motors?
- You can apply for the Senior Machine Learning Engineer position by submitting your resume through the General Motors careers portal. Ensure your resume highlights relevant experience and skills matching the job description. You may also reach out to the hiring manager by emailing *****@generalmotors.com.