Machine Learning Engineer, Baseball Systems

Chicago Cubs • Chicago, IL

65d • $105,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Chicago Cubs Baseball Systems Department is seeking to potentially fill a Baseball Systems Machine Learning Engineer position. We are a department focused on creating innovative software tools and data solutions that directly impact all facets of baseball operations and are used by scouts, coaches, players, player development staff, and the baseball operations front office. This role will focus on improving the efficiency and reliability of model processes in collaboration with Chicago Cubs R&D data scientists.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering or Related Subjects
• Understanding of data structures, pipelines, and the model development lifecycle
• Experience with modern database technologies and SQL
• Experience in Python, Java, C# or a similar language
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with common machine learning frameworks and libraries
• Experience with Airflow or related scheduling tools
• Experience working in a Linux environment
• Experience working with cloud-based computing
• Working knowledge of advanced baseball statistics and sabermetric concepts

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize model tools and workflows
• Execute model tuning, training, and deployment
• Collaborate with Baseball Analytics and Baseball Sciences on defining model requirements

Benefits

• On-site parking
• Transit benefits
• Paid time off: Personal, Sick, Vacation Time, Office Holidays & Winter Break
• Flexible work arrangement
• Casual work attire environment
• Complimentary Meal & beverage plan
• Cubs home game & spring training game ticket allotment
• Access to campus wide Wrigley Field events & pre-sales
• 401K Plan Employee Contribution & Employer Match
• Benefit Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Health & Wellness engagement & programming
• Variety of associate special events, volunteer opportunities and partnership discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free access to EV charging stations
• Free subscription to Marquee Sports Network

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree