Remote ML Applications Engineer

Description:

• Phaidra is seeking an ML Applications Engineer to contribute to the development of AI-powered control systems for the industrial sector.
• The role involves wearing multiple hats, including Software Engineer, Controls Engineer, Data Scientist, ML Engineer, and Solutions Engineer.
• Responsibilities include understanding Phaidra’s internal platform, collaborating with Solutions Engineers and the Research team, onboarding and maintaining agents for industrial facilities, and prototyping tools for scalability.
• The position requires maintaining clear documentation of research, communications, and actions.
• Phaidra operates 100% remotely and hires internationally, with team members located in various countries.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 4+ years of progressive relevant work experience.
• Previous experience as a Software Engineer, Data Scientist, or Machine Learning Engineer in an industrial controls or process engineering environment is required.
• A solid understanding of ML concepts and the ability to reason about systems with non-deterministic components is necessary.
• Knowledge of industrial processing systems, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer is essential.
• Fluency in a high-level programming language, preferably Python, is required.
• Candidates should possess natural curiosity, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and alignment with Phaidra’s core values.
• Bonus points for knowledge of chiller plant fundamentals, previous customer-adjacent roles, and an interest in computer science topics.

Benefits:

• Phaidra offers a fast-paced and team-oriented environment with competitive compensation and equity.
• The company provides a 100% remote work policy, including a digital nomad policy.
• Employees receive unlimited paid time off, with a minimum requirement of 20 days off per year, and paid parental leave.
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a home office setup allowance, and a coworking space stipend.
• Phaidra emphasizes professional development through foundational training and customer immersion.