Machine Learning Ops Developer

Autodesk•Toronto, ON

About The Position

Autodesk, a global leader in 3D design, engineering, manufacturing, and entertainment software, is seeking a skilled MLOps Engineer to join our AI/ML Platform team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operationalization of machine learning models and the overall efficiency of our next-generation AI/ML platform used in the development of machine learning and generative AI solutions powering Autodesk’s suite of products and services. You will collaborate with research and product engineering from various domains including design, construction, manufacturing, and media & entertainment to to support platform operations.

Requirements

BS or MS in Computer Science, or related field
3+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps and MLOps, with a focus on deploying and managing machine learning models in production environments
Proficiency in implementing Infrastructure as Code practices using tools such as Terraform or Ansible
Strong expertise in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for orchestrating and scaling machine learning workloads
Demonstrated experience in setting up and managing Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for machine learning projects
Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar languages for automating operational processes
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack) for tracking system and model performance
Understanding of security best practices in MLOps, including data encryption, access controls, and compliance standards
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, working effectively with cross-functional teams including data engineers, software developers, and researchers
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex operational issues in a timely manner

Nice To Haves

Experience with cloud platforms, especially AWS or Azure, for deploying and managing machine learning infrastructure
Familiarity with databases and data storage solutions commonly used in MLOps, such as SQL, NoSQL, or data lakes
Exposure to popular machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and their integration into MLOps processes
Previous experience with collaboration tools like Git for version control and Jira for project management
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and working in an iterative, collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Drive the operational excellence of our AI/ML Platform by implementing and optimizing MLOps practices
Design and implement automated deployment pipelines for machine learning models, ensuring seamless transitions from development to production
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain scalable infrastructure for model training, inference, and data processing
Develop and maintain robust monitoring and logging systems to track model performance, system health, and overall platform efficiency
Work closely with data engineers to ensure efficient data pipelines for model training and validation
Implement version control systems for machine learning models and contribute to model governance practices
Contribute to the implementation of robust model governance practices, version control systems, and adherence to compliance standards. Uphold data privacy and ethical considerations, fostering trust in our AI/ML solutions
Enforce security best practices and compliance standards in all aspects of MLOps, ensuring data privacy and platform security
Identify opportunities for process automation, optimization, and implement strategies to enhance the overall MLOps lifecycle
Play a key role in identifying and resolving operational issues, contributing to incident response and system recovery