Remote Senior ML Applications Engineer

Description:

• Phaidra is seeking a Senior ML Applications Engineer to work remotely, focusing on 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 teams to build solutions for customer applications, and leading the onboarding and maintenance of agents controlling industrial facilities.
• The engineer will continuously seek performance improvements and guide teams to implement these changes.
• Development of tooling prototypes to simplify and scale agent onboarding and maintenance is also a key responsibility.
• Clear documentation of research, communications, and actions is required.
• Participation in decision-making for the medium to long-term vision of MLAE and Phaidra is expected.
• Mentoring peers and delegating tasks within the team while owning project delivery is part of the role.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 6+ years of progressive relevant work experience.
• Previous experience in leading projects is required.
• Experience as a Software Engineer, Data Scientist, or Machine Learning Engineer in an industrial controls or process engineering environment is necessary.
• A solid understanding of ML concepts and the ability to reason about systems with non-deterministic components is essential.
• Knowledge of industrial processing systems, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer is required.
• Fluency in a high-level programming language, preferably Python, is necessary.
• Candidates should possess natural curiosity and a desire to learn and problem-solve in new domains.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills are required.
• Alignment with Phaidra’s core values of transparency, collaboration, operational excellence, ownership, and empathy is essential.
• Bonus points for knowledge of chiller plant fundamentals, previous customer-adjacent roles, and understanding of industrial heating and cooling processes.

Benefits:

• Phaidra offers a fast-paced and team-oriented environment where employees can significantly influence the company's direction.
• The company is fully remote with a digital nomad policy.
• Competitive compensation and equity are provided.
• Employees are given outsized responsibilities and opportunities for professional development.
• Training is foundational, including functional, customer immersion, and development training.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance is available, with benefits varying by region.
• Unlimited paid time off is offered, with a minimum requirement of 20 days off per year.
• Paid parental leave is provided, with specifics varying by region.
• A home office setup allowance, coworking space stipend, and company MacBook are included.