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Amazon Stores
Machining engineer job in San Francisco, CA
We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to lead the design and integration of electrical systems or subsystems for high-degree-of-freedom robotic platforms. This role involves architecting the robot's power distribution, sensor wiring, and embedded electrical infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing across the full electrical system for advanced robotics platforms including including power distribution, sensing, compute, motor controllers, communication infrastructure, battery system and power electronics in close collaboration with mechanical, controls and software engineers. You'll play a key role in ensuring high-performance, reliable operation of complex electromechanical systems under real-world conditions. Key job responsibilities * Electrical system architect / owner for power electronics, actuation, PCBAs, battery, ware harness specs and high speed electrical/communications protocols * Design, develop and integrate power distribution, embedded electronics, motor controllers and safety-critical circuits for complex robotic systems * Own board layout of PCBAs including SoCs, microcontrollers, sensors, power devices, etc. using Cadence OrCAD/Allegro or equivalent tools. Oversee bring-up and validation * Determine appropriate high speed electrical and communication protocols (e.g., CAN, EtherCAT, USB, etc) for reliable and efficient system operation * Specify and design custom power electronics and power distribution boards to meet performance, thermal, and safety requirements * Design and route all cabling and wire harnesses across the robotic platform, considering EMI, signal integrity, serviceability, and integration with mechanical structures * Architect and integrate the robot's battery system, including protection circuitry, battery management, charging systems, and thermal considerations * Define and implement wiring and electrical interfaces for sensors (e.g., lidar, stereo cameras, IMUs, tactile) and compute modules * Ownership over prototyping and bringing up electrical designs and creation of test & validation rigs About the team Frontier AI & Robotics (FAR) is the team at Amazon building the next generation of embodied intelligence. FAR drives the development and implementation of advanced AI models within Amazon's operations that enable robots to see, reason, and act on the world around them, supporting a number of different warehouse automation tasks. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures - Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or a related field. - 6-10+ years of experience designing and integrating electrical systems in robotics, distributed systems, or complex electromechanical platforms. - Proficient in PCB design (schematic capture and layout) using Cadence OrCAD/Allegro or similar tools. - Experience in embedded controls, high-speed differential signaling, microcontrollers, memory buses, digital design, and power electronics - Experience with wire harness design, including connector selection, cable speccing, and EMI mitigation strategies. - Hands-on experience testing, validating and debugging hardware (use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience with high-DOF robotic systems. - Familiarity with high-speed data protocols (e.g., CAN, EtherCAT, etc.). - Exposure to embedded programming (e.g., C, Python, VHDL, etc.) and firmware bring-up - Understanding of thermal design and safety design considerations in high-power robotic systems - Experience working in environments with DFM/DFA constraints and production scaling. - Familiarity with mechanical CAD (e.g., SolidWorks) for collaborative integration work. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit ********************************************************* for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit ******************************************************** This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.$128.6k-213.6k yearly 23h agoFounding Machine Learning Engineer
Key Technology
Machining engineer job in Fremont, CA
Our Client is building a next-generation voice-AI platform that powers curated introductions, agentic scheduling, and real-time feedback. We're seeking a founding-calibre ML Engineer to own our machine learning systems end-to-end - from data pipelines and model training to evaluation and low-latency inference. You'll design, build, and ship ranking and recommendation systems that make every match feel more personal and improve week after week. What You'll Do Design and deploy multi-stage retrieval and re-ranking systems for compatibility, search, and personalisation. Build and maintain data pipelines for training, evaluation, and reporting - ensuring reproducibility and quality. Train and fine-tune LLMs/encoders, manage model versioning, rollout, and rollback. Run offline metrics (AUC, NDCG, MAP) and online A/B tests to measure real-world impact. Build inference services that meet tight latency and cost targets, with caching and fallback strategies. Implement guardrails and monitoring for drift, bias, and reliability; define model SLOs and alerts. Collaborate across ML, platform, and product teams to turn voice and text signals into better matches. Tech Stack Python • PyTorch • Hugging Face • OpenAI/Anthropic APIs • pgvector / FAISS / Pinecone • Postgres Airflow / Prefect / dbt • AWS (S3, ECS/Kubernetes, Lambda) • CI/CD (GitHub Actions) What We're Looking For 3+ years of experience in applied ML (ranking, search, or recommendations). Deep Python skills and experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow (Hugging Face a plus). Hands-on with embeddings, LLMs, and vector search (pgvector, FAISS, Pinecone, Weaviate). Proven ability to take models from notebook to production - APIs, CI/CD, monitoring, rollback. Experience building data pipelines with Airflow, Prefect, Dagster, or dbt. Comfortable owning latency, cost, and reliability for inference services. Must be authorised to work in the U.S. and onsite 5 days/week in San Francisco. Bonus Points Experience with real-time or voice systems, retrieval/re-ranking stacks, or feature stores. Prior work at consumer AI, dating, or recommendation startups where you shipped ranking systems.$119k-169k yearly est. 3d agoMachine Learning Model Engineer
Samsung Ads
Machining engineer job in Mountain View, CA
Machine Learning Model Engineer - Samsung Ads Samsung Ads is an advanced advertising technology company in rapid growth that focuses on enabling advertisers to connect audiences from Samsung devices as they are exposed to digital media, using the industry's most comprehensive data to build the world's smartest advertising platform. Being part of an international company such as Samsung and doing business around the world means that we get to work on big, complex projects with stakeholders and teams located around the globe. We are proud to have built a world-class organization grounded in an entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit. Working at Samsung Ads offers one of the best environments in the industry to learn just how fast you can grow, how much you can achieve, and how good you can be. We thrive on problem-solving, breaking new ground, and enjoying every part of the journey. Machine learning lies at the core of the advertising industry, and this is no exception to Samsung Ads. At Samsung Ads, we are actively exploring the latest machine learning techniques to improve our existing systems and products and create new revenue streams. As a machine learning model engineer of the Samsung Ads Platform Intelligence (PI) team, you will have access to unique Samsung proprietary data to develop and deploy a wide spectrum of large-scale machine learning products with real-world impact. You will work closely with and be supported by a talented engineering team and top-notch researchers to work on exciting machine learning projects and state-of-the-art technologies. You will be welcomed by a unique learning culture and creative work atmosphere. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to get deeply involved in envisioning, designing and implementing cutting-edge machine learning products with a fast growing team. Responsibilities Lead and deliver production-grade machine learning products from end to end to make Samsung Ads a key player in the mobile ads market. Design, develop and deploy state-of-the-art and scalable machine learning models to achieve different optimization goals, such as ads click (pCTR), app-install optimization, ROAS optimization, retention, etc. Research the latest machine learning technologies with industry trends, create prototypes of new ML solutions quickly, and deploy the solution into production. Analyze complex problems with massive advertising data, identify gaps, and propose and execute technical proposals. Closely work with different internal ML teams (e.g., ML platform, ML serving, and MLOps teams) to improve our codebase and product health. Closely work with cross-functional partner teams in global settings to deliver new ML features and solutions and achieve business objectives. Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance. Learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced working environment. Experience Requirements: Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science or related fields. 4+ years of industry experience with a Master's degree or 2+ years of industry experience with a PhD degree. Solid theoretical background in machine learning and/or data mining. Proficiency in mainstream ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Spark ML, etc.). Hands-on experience with production-grade machine learning solutions. Experience with mainstream big data tools (e.g., MapReduce, Spark, Flink, Kafka, etc.). Extensive programming experience in Python, Go or other OOP languages. Familiarity with data structures, algorithms and software engineering principles. Proficiency in SQL and databases. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to drive cross-functional partnerships. Preferred Experience Requirements: Publications in top relevant venues (e.g., TPAMI, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, KDD, WWW, SIGIR, AAAI, IJCAI, etc.). Basic knowledge about Amazon Web Services (AWS). Experience with the advertising industry and real-time bidding (RTB) ecosystem. CALIFORNIA ONLY Compensation for this role is expected to be between $240,000 and $280,000. Actual pay will be determined considering factors such as relevant skills and experience, and comparison to other employees in the role.$240k-280k yearly 2d agoMachine Learning Engineer
Deeprec.Ai
Machining engineer job in Fremont, CA
Machine Learning Engineer/Researcher Salary: Up to $300k Base The Role First hire owning agentic video pipelines. Build routing, fine-tuning, and backend logic that powers a next-gen video co-pilot. High autonomy. No hand-holding. What You'll Own Agentic pipelines for video/image tasks Routing across open-source + external VLM/LLM providers Fine-tuning + post-training on targeted tasks Low-latency backend services for video understanding Turning product needs into shipped features Must-Haves 2+ years fine-tuning LLMs/VLMs Hands-on with video/image models Built agentic or multimodal applications Comfortable as the only specialist building the foundation$300k yearly 2d agoMachine Learning Engineer
Digital Gurus
Machining engineer job in Redwood City, CA
Senior Machine Learning Engineer (LLM / Audio / Voice AI) $200,000-$300,000 + Equity San Francisco Bay Area (Relocation + Sponsorship Available for Exceptional Talent) Permanent Our client is a rapidly scaling AI startup operating at $1M+ ARR per employee, building the next generation of real-time voice automation. They're now hiring exceptionally talented (Doesn't matter the years of experience) ML Engineer to help push the boundaries of speech, audio, and LLM-driven systems. This role sits at the core of their product: Training LLMs and audio models Designing high-performance ML infrastructure Deploying models that must operate reliably under real-world, latency-sensitive conditions Work end-to-end - experimentation, evaluation, productionisation, and continuous improvement The environment is fast-paced, deeply technical, and highly collaborative, with 80%+ onsite time expected. This is a true startup role: long hours, high ownership and reward, fast iteration, and the chance to make outsized impact on a rapidly growing product used by hundreds of thousands of customers. They're looking for engineers with strong academic foundations and demonstrated technical excellence (advanced degrees or standout research/engineering experience), plus hands-on experience shipping ML systems in demanding environments. If you thrive in ambiguity, love building real-world AI systems, and want to help shape a high-velocity ML organisation from the ground up, this is the opportunity. Apply now or reach out for details or to explore the role confidentially.$200k-300k yearly 1d agoLead Machine Learning Engineer (Geometry/3D/Simulation)
Attis
Machining engineer job in Fremont, CA
Lead Machine Learning Engineer - Generative AI for the Physical World A rare opportunity has emerged for a visionary Lead Machine Learning Engineer to build the core intelligence for a stealth-mode, well-funded AI company. This foundational leadership role is for someone passionate about teaching machines to understand and engineer the physical world, moving beyond language and into the complex domain of 3D geometry and physics. Why Join? This is a chance to define a new category of software from the ground up. You will have the autonomy to set the technical vision, build a world-class team, and solve fundamental AI challenges that directly impact how next-generation products are designed and built. You will be instrumental in creating the "brain" that powers a revolutionary platform. The Company My client is a pioneering startup developing a new class of generative AI. Their platform uses autonomous agents to design, test, and optimize complex physical systems, aiming to radically accelerate today's slow and manual engineering cycles. Backed by top-tier investors, the company is positioned to become a leader in the application of AI to advanced hardware design and manufacturing. The Role As the Lead Machine Learning Engineer, you will architect the company's entire ML strategy. You will lead the research and development of the core models that allow AI agents to perceive and reason about 3D geometry. Your primary focus will be on defining the technical roadmap, hiring and mentoring a high-performing team, and guiding the development of novel techniques in geometric deep learning and multimodal reasoning. The Essential Requirements Proven experience leading machine learning teams, setting technical direction, and mentoring senior engineers. Deep expertise in 3D perception, scene understanding, or geometric deep learning (e.g., from robotics, AV, AR/VR). A strong track record of architecting and deploying complex ML systems from research to production. Fluency with modern ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch) and models for geometric data (GNNs, 3D CNNs, NeRFs). Ability to translate ambiguous product goals into a concrete technical roadmap and execute effectively. What Will Make You Stand Out A PhD in a relevant field such as Computer Science or Robotics. A background in mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering discipline. Experience integrating perception models with LLMs or other agent-based systems. A history of publications in top-tier machine learning conferences. Benefits Up to $260,000 base Meaningful equity A key leadership role with the autonomy to shape the company's technical culture and direction. The opportunity to solve high-impact problems at the intersection of AI and engineering. If you are interested in this role, please apply with your resume through this site. SEO Keywords for Search Head of Machine Learning, Head of AI, AI Lead, ML Lead, Principal ML Engineer, Machine Learning Manager, AI Research Lead, 3D Perception, Geometric Deep Learning, Computer Vision, GNN, Graph Neural Networks, 3D Transformers, NeRF, Point Clouds, CAD, Generative AI, Autonomous Agents, Robotics, PyTorch, MLOps, LLM, Reinforcement Learning, AI for Engineering, Simulation, Computational Geometry. Disclaimer Attis Global Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on any of the grounds protected by law, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion or belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, political affiliation, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, and/or gender reassignment. M/F/D/V. We operate as a staffing agency and employment business. More information can be found at attisglobal.com.$260k yearly 3d agoMachine Learning Engineer
Agreeya Solutions
Machining engineer job in Fremont, CA
Serve as a member of the factory software machine learning and computer vision team. Design, develop and implement critical machine learning models that operate on our factory and warehouse environments. Take ambiguous problem statements and build end-to-end models using a variety of techniques and tools like supervised learning, convolutional neural networks, Pytorch, Pandas, etc. Work closely with partners in production, process, controls, quality, etc. to build solutions for the hardest problems faced in our operations. Will take ownership of models in production and ensure there is proper alerting systems in place to rapidly deal with any issues that occur. Must be able to clean and deal with diverse and heterogeneous data sets that combine many modalities like images, multi-spectral sensor outputs, voice, text, and tabular data. Minimum Requirements: In-depth knowledge of Python for high-performance data-intensive applications. Familiarity with at least one modern deep learning framework (Pytorch, Jax, Tensorflow, etc.) Expertise in one or more areas like computer vision, large language models, recommender systems, or operations research. Foundational knowledge of statistics for comparing models and assessing solution feasibility and performance. Real-world experience deploying and maintaining production machine learning use-cases. Passion for clean code and sustainable modular code for taking research ideas into production.$109k-151k yearly est. 1d agoMachine Learning Engineer
Mintegral
Machining engineer job in San Francisco, CA
About Us Mintegral is a leading programmatic and interactive mobile advertising platform, starting from the APAC region and radiating out globally. Powered by advanced AI technology, we provide global advertisers and developers with innovative, comprehensive experiences. With our efficient mobile marketing and monetization solutions, we help our clients exceed their marketing goals. As a self-developed programmatic platform, since Launched in 2015, Mintegral has quickly grown to become one of the largest mobile advertising platform in Asia. We offer a full stack of programmatic products and services including our Self-service Platform, DSP, SSP, Ad Exchange and DMP. We have also created the Mindworks Creative Studio, which offers publishers and brands cutting-edge creative solutions, from traditional creative right through to the latest interactive ad formats. For more information, please visit our website: ***************************** About the Role We are looking for a highly motivated Machine Learning Engineer to help advance the intelligence of our advertising platform. You will work across the full lifecycle of ML development-from framing ambiguous problems to deploying large-scale production models that directly impact advertiser ROI and user experience. Responsibilities Own the end-to-end algorithm development lifecycle, including problem formulation, solution design, experimental validation, and online deployment. Leverage data analysis and algorithmic innovation to optimize model inference performance, enhance monitoring systems, and continuously improve both monetization efficiency and user experience within the advertising platform. Identify potential issues and optimization opportunities across the ad delivery system. Actively participate in technical discussions, stay proactive in learning, and apply new technologies to solve real-world problems. Track cutting-edge research in machine learning and incorporate advanced techniques into practical adtech applications. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, AI, Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related technical field; strong academic background preferred. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to abstract complex problems, build models, and analyze large datasets. Strong engineering fundamentals and production-quality coding skills (Python, C++, or related languages). Self-driven, resilient, and able to navigate challenging problems with a proactive mindset. Hands-on experience with optimizing ad systems end-to-end, and understanding system behavior through data loops and feedback cycles. Practical experience with feature engineering, model architecture design, and sample distribution analysis; background in generative recommendation or LLM-based approaches is a plus. Experience in RTB and ads strategies, such as cold-start optimization, budget pacing, calibration, or bidding strategies, is strongly preferred.$117k-175k yearly est. 2d agoMachine Learning Engineer (Data Science)
Autonomous Healthcare
Machining engineer job in Santa Clara, CA
At Autonomous Healthcare, we are at the forefront of medical innovation, developing the next generation of devices that will revolutionize patient care. Our mission is to commercialize breakthrough medical technologies by leveraging cutting-edge AI and autonomous systems. We believe that the best solutions are built together, and we are looking for a key member to join our collaborative R&D team. About The Role Autonomous Healthcare is looking for a skilled Machine Learning Engineer to join our data science team. This role is focused on diving deep into complex datasets to uncover hidden patterns and build predictive models related to pharmacy data. You will be a key player in developing and deploying solutions that directly impact our business, with a special emphasis on analyzing unlabeled data to detect critical anomalies. If you love solving challenging puzzles with data and seeing your models come to life in a production environment, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and train machine learning models to solve complex business problems. Perform in-depth data analysis and feature engineering on large, complex datasets, with a strong focus on unlabeled data to identify and investigate anomalies. Utilize Python and key libraries (such as Pandas, NumPy, and Scikit-learn) for data manipulation, analysis, and model building. Manage the end-to-end machine learning lifecycle, from data sourcing and model validation to deployment. Deploy and maintain scalable machine learning models in production on AWS (e.g., using SageMaker, Lambda, ECS/EKS). Collaborate with data engineers, software developers, and product managers to integrate ML models into our applications and systems. Monitor model performance, identify drift, and iterate on models to improve accuracy and efficiency. Required Qualifications Proven professional experience as a Machine Learning Engineer or Data Scientist. Strong programming skills in Python and extensive experience with data science/analytics libraries, especially Pandas. Demonstrable experience in analyzing unlabeled data and building models for anomaly detection (e.g., using clustering, isolation forests, autoencoders, or other techniques). Practical familiarity with deploying machine learning models on AWS cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS SageMaker, S3, Lambda). Solid understanding of core machine learning concepts, algorithms, and best practices including unsupervised learning and reinforcement learning frameworks. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications (A Plus) Familiarity with discrete event system simulation principles or tools. Experience with other MLOps tools and cloud services. A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.$116k-175k yearly est. 3d agoMechanical Engineer
Ultimate Staffing
Machining engineer job in Sunnyvale, CA
Ultimate Staffing is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their client's team in California. This exciting opportunity is perfect for a professional ready to lead innovative projects and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will be involved in a range of engineering tasks, from design to implementation, with a focus on thermal battery systems. Responsibilities Own subsystem design by leading the architecture, analysis, detailed design, and testing of structural, thermal, and fluid components within thermal batteries. Perform rigorous analysis through calculations, finite element analysis (FEA), and trade studies to guide design decisions. Drive validation and reliability by leading prototyping, testing, and root cause analysis to ensure robust, reliable hardware. Pursue cost-down initiatives by identifying and implementing design and manufacturing approaches that reduce cost without sacrificing performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to define system requirements, lead design reviews, and integrate feedback across teams. Establish best practices by developing and maintaining CAD standards, documentation, and engineering infrastructure. Mentor and lead junior engineers, serving as a technical lead. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required. Senior Engineer: 6+ years relevant industry experience (Bachelor's) OR 4+ years (Master's) OR PhD. Staff Engineer: 10+ years relevant industry experience (Bachelor's) OR 8+ years (Master's) OR PhD with 4+ years. Examples of relevant industry experience include power generation, aerospace, propulsion, or other industrial hardware products. Proven track record of taking complex mechanical systems from concept to deployed hardware. Strong proficiency with CAD (SolidWorks or similar), PDM systems, and creating detailed drawings (GD&T, ASME Y14.5). Deep experience with machined components for low- to mid-volume production; additional experience with sheet metal, castings, or composites is a plus. Proficiency in structural and/or thermal analysis (FEA and hand calculations). Familiarity with systems analysis and risk management tools such as FMEA. Experience developing engineering processes, standards, and best practices. Required Work Hours Monday through Friday, during first shift hours. Benefits The role offers competitive compensation, with a salary range between $120,000 and $190,000, dependent on experience and qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.$120k-190k yearly 1d agoRemote Machine Learning Engineer - AI Trainer ($80-$120 per hour)
Mercor
Machining engineer job in Mountain View, CA
At Mercor, we're building the talent engine that helps leading labs and research orgs move AI forward. Our latest initiative focuses on benchmarking and improving model performance and training speed across real ML workloads. If you're an early-career Machine Learning Engineer or an ML PhD who cares about innovation and impact, we'd love to meet you. ## What to Expect As a Machine Learning Engineer, you'll tackle diverse problems that explore ML from unconventional angles. This is a remote, asynchronous, part-time role designed for people who thrive on clear structure and measurable outcomes. - **Schedule:** Remote and asynchronous-set your own hours - **Commitment:** ~20 hours/week - **Duration:** Through December 22nd, with potential extension into 2026 ## What You'll Do - Draft detailed natural-language plans and code implementations for machine learning tasks - Convert novel machine learning problems into agent-executable tasks for reinforcement learning environments - Identify failure modes and apply golden patches to LLM-generated trajectories for machine learning tasks ## What You'll Bring - **Experience:** 0-2 years as a Machine Learning Engineer or a PhD in Computer Science (Machine Learning coursework required) - **Required Skills:** Python, ML libraries (XGBoost, Tensorflow, scikit-learn, etc.), data prep, model training, etc. - **Bonus:** Contributor to ML benchmarks - **Location:** MUST be based in the United States ## Compensation & Terms - **Rate:** $80-$120/hr, depending on region and experience - **Payments:** Weekly via Stripe Connect - **Engagement:** Independent contractor ## How to Apply 1. Submit your resume 2. Complete the System Design Session (< 30 minutes) 3. Fill out the Machine Learning Engineer Screen (engineering, and research use Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.$80-120 hourly 60d+ agoMechanical Engineer
Alexander Chapman
Machining engineer job in San Francisco, CA
Mechanical Engineer (Robotics) We are partnering with a robotics company building complex electro-mechanical systems where mechanical design directly determines real-world performance. This role is for someone who doesn't just design parts, but owns motion, reliability, and scale. What You'll Do Own the end-to-end mechanical design of complex electro-mechanical systems with moving parts Design and prototype custom mechanisms and actuators under aggressive timelines Drive concepts from first prototype through high-volume production Personally design parts for volume manufacturing processes, including: Injection molding Die casting Stamping / sheet metal Extrusion Powder metal / MIM Partner closely with contract manufacturers (CMs) to ensure DFM, reliability, and cost targets are met Build systems that are not just elegant but robust, testable, and shippable at scale What We're Looking For Exceptionally strong mechanical intuition, you understand how things move, fail, and improve Proven ability to design and prototype quickly without sacrificing rigor Track record of shipping reliable, hardware products at scale Deep hands-on experience designing custom mechanisms, joints, transmissions, and actuators Experience owning mechanical architecture for complex systems with dynamic loads and tight tolerances Comfortable operating across ambiguity, tight timelines, and high expectations Required Background Currently working at a robotics company (hands-on mechanical role) Background in electro-mechanical systems with real moving parts (not CAD-only work) Experience taking designs from concept → prototype → volume production Ideal Signals Designed robotic arms, legs, mobile platforms, end-effectors, or actuation systems Personally responsible for motor selection, gearing, kinematics, or load paths Close collaboration with electrical and controls teams Bias for execution and ownership over documentation and theory$82k-111k yearly est. 2d agoNPI Mechanical Engineer - full time /Direct hire (onsite)
Maxonic Inc.
Machining engineer job in Fremont, CA
Job Title: NPI Mechanical Engineer Job Type: Full-time Work Schedule: Onsite Salary: $88000 - 120000/Yearly The Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) works with local manufacturing teams and Taiwan-based design teams to resolve mechanical issues in a timely manner and ensure smooth product development and production support. This role supports new product introduction (NPI), fixture and component design, and continuous improvements in manufacturability and assembly. This position is part of the Engineering Services team, which works across departments to support the engineering and operation teams with technical expertise in electronics, operational software, and systems integration. Responsibilities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and customer support. Analyze and resolve mechanical engineering issues, coordinating with design teams to determine root causes. Manage and guide the transition of NPI products into production, ensuring manufacturability and assembly readiness. Design and validate testing fixtures, jigs, and mechanical components to support new projects and production needs. Provide design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) feedback to improve product quality and efficiency. Review mechanical drawings and specifications for accuracy, tolerance, and compliance with company standards. Perform mechanical stress, fit, and tolerance analyses to ensure reliability and performance. Conduct failure analysis and propose corrective actions for mechanical and structural issues. Support tooling, sheet metal, and plastic component design, fabrication, and inspection. Document and update SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), work instructions, and test plans. Support factory teams in the U.S. by bridging communication between Taiwan design teams and local production teams. Participate in cost reduction and process improvement initiatives related to mechanical design and manufacturing. Qualifications: Knowledge and experience with server, storage, and/or PC products. Familiarity with creating server assembly standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production lines. Skill in using measuring tools such as calipers and altimeters. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, including dimensional tolerances and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing). Understanding sheet metal product production and inspection; familiarity with NCT and hard tooling manufacturing is desirable. Understanding of plastic part production and inspection; familiarity with mold-up and hard tooling processes is desirable. Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills. Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Creo/Pro-E) preferred. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Minimum of 3 years of professional mechanical engineering experience. Ability to walk and stand on cement floors for extended periods. Ability to stoop, bend, and perform repetitive tasks. Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. About Maxonic: Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients. Interested in Applying? Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Pramod Kumar (******************** / *************** for more details.$88k-120k yearly 1d agoSenior Mechanical Engineer
Insight Global
Machining engineer job in Milpitas, CA
Day to day: Our client is seeking a Senior and Staff level Mechanical Engineer to support the development of a cutting-edge electron beam inspection tool used in advanced 300mm semiconductor fabs. This role is approximately 40% focused on production tooling and low-volume, high-complexity mechanical design, and 60% dedicated to hands-on lab testing and validation. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated team player with strong initiative, excellent communication skills, and a passion for working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment alongside industry experts. Must Haves: 2+ years of mechanical engineering experience in the semiconductor industry Experience designing electro-mechanical modules from concept to production Proficiency with SolidWorks for module and component design Familiarity with cleanroom or fab environments where contamination control is critical Experience checking parts in/out of vault systems Ability to create BOMs and documentation using Arena or similar tools Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues Pluses Experience with vacuum systems, pumps, or ultra-low outgassing components Background in electron beam Familiarity with electrostatic chucks, piezo motors, linear motors, or high-voltage components (>15kV DC) Experience with wafer handling robots and motion control systems$115k-157k yearly est. 4d agoMechanical Engineer
Undisclosed
Machining engineer job in San Francisco, CA
We're working with a unicorn robotics company and they're looking for a Mechanical Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join a fast-moving team building some of the most advanced robots in the world. What they're looking for: • Smart, quick-thinking engineer who enjoys solving tough problems under pressure • Someone who's genuinely curious about how things work and loves building from the ground up • Experience designing reliable, production-ready mechanical systems - ideally products that have shipped at scale • Strong understanding of mechanisms, actuators, and precision assemblies • Thrives in fast-paced, hands-on environments and isn't afraid to get into the details to make things work Additional details: • Full-time, on-site role in San Francisco, CA • Opportunity to work with a world-class team at a well-funded unicorn robotics company$83k-109k yearly est. 23h agoSmart Contract Engineer
Odiin
Machining engineer job in San Francisco, CA
You'll work closely with our product, engineering, and security teams to build scalable decentralized systems that push the boundaries of what's possible on-chain. Key Responsibilities: Design, write, test, and deploy smart contracts on Ethereum or other EVM-compatible blockchains. Collaborate with frontend and backend developers to integrate smart contracts into decentralized applications (dApps). Conduct peer reviews, optimize gas efficiency, and maintain best practices for security. Develop automated testing frameworks to ensure contract reliability. Stay up to date with emerging blockchain protocols, development tools, and security standards. Participate in smart contract audits and coordinate fixes for any identified vulnerabilities. Contribute to technical documentation for contracts and protocols. Requirements: Proven experience developing and deploying smart contracts in Solidity (or Rust, for non-EVM chains). Strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals, consensus mechanisms, and token standards (ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155). Experience with smart contract development tools such as Hardhat, Foundry, Truffle, or Remix. Familiarity with Ethereum and Layer 2 scaling solutions (e.g., Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon). Understanding of web3 libraries (ethers.js, web3.js) and dApp integrations.$117k-167k yearly est. 1d agoGenerative AI Engineer
Lumex Talent
Machining engineer job in Santa Clara, CA
Staff AI Engineer Base Salary Range: $225,000-$300,000 + Equity A well-funded technology company in the autonomous driving and software-defined vehicle space is seeking a Staff AI Engineer to help drive next-generation AI capabilities across their platform. This role is ideal for senior engineers who excel at building end-to-end AI systems and want to work on impactful, real-world applications at scale. Responsibilities Lead development of AI-driven software solutions to address complex challenges in autonomous systems and vehicle software Apply deep expertise in LLMs, agentic frameworks, RAG pipelines, data engineering, and evaluation methodologies Own the full lifecycle of data and model development Including modeling, training, tuning, validating, deployment, and long-term maintenance Perform data analysis to extract insights and support decision-making across multiple domains Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, product, and research teams to translate requirements into effective AI solutions Document and clearly communicate architecture, design decisions, and interfaces to internal stakeholders We look forward to your application!$225k-300k yearly 2d agoMachine Learning Engineer
Deeprec.Ai
Machining engineer job in San Francisco, CA
Machine Learning Engineer/Researcher Salary: Up to $300k Base The Role First hire owning agentic video pipelines. Build routing, fine-tuning, and backend logic that powers a next-gen video co-pilot. High autonomy. No hand-holding. What You'll Own Agentic pipelines for video/image tasks Routing across open-source + external VLM/LLM providers Fine-tuning + post-training on targeted tasks Low-latency backend services for video understanding Turning product needs into shipped features Must-Haves 2+ years fine-tuning LLMs/VLMs Hands-on with video/image models Built agentic or multimodal applications Comfortable as the only specialist building the foundation$300k yearly 2d agoLead Machine Learning Engineer (Geometry/3D/Simulation)
Attis
Machining engineer job in San Mateo, CA
Lead Machine Learning Engineer - Generative AI for the Physical World A rare opportunity has emerged for a visionary Lead Machine Learning Engineer to build the core intelligence for a stealth-mode, well-funded AI company. This foundational leadership role is for someone passionate about teaching machines to understand and engineer the physical world, moving beyond language and into the complex domain of 3D geometry and physics. Why Join? This is a chance to define a new category of software from the ground up. You will have the autonomy to set the technical vision, build a world-class team, and solve fundamental AI challenges that directly impact how next-generation products are designed and built. You will be instrumental in creating the "brain" that powers a revolutionary platform. The Company My client is a pioneering startup developing a new class of generative AI. Their platform uses autonomous agents to design, test, and optimize complex physical systems, aiming to radically accelerate today's slow and manual engineering cycles. Backed by top-tier investors, the company is positioned to become a leader in the application of AI to advanced hardware design and manufacturing. The Role As the Lead Machine Learning Engineer, you will architect the company's entire ML strategy. You will lead the research and development of the core models that allow AI agents to perceive and reason about 3D geometry. Your primary focus will be on defining the technical roadmap, hiring and mentoring a high-performing team, and guiding the development of novel techniques in geometric deep learning and multimodal reasoning. The Essential Requirements Proven experience leading machine learning teams, setting technical direction, and mentoring senior engineers. Deep expertise in 3D perception, scene understanding, or geometric deep learning (e.g., from robotics, AV, AR/VR). A strong track record of architecting and deploying complex ML systems from research to production. Fluency with modern ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch) and models for geometric data (GNNs, 3D CNNs, NeRFs). Ability to translate ambiguous product goals into a concrete technical roadmap and execute effectively. What Will Make You Stand Out A PhD in a relevant field such as Computer Science or Robotics. A background in mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering discipline. Experience integrating perception models with LLMs or other agent-based systems. A history of publications in top-tier machine learning conferences. Benefits Up to $260,000 base Meaningful equity A key leadership role with the autonomy to shape the company's technical culture and direction. The opportunity to solve high-impact problems at the intersection of AI and engineering. If you are interested in this role, please apply with your resume through this site. SEO Keywords for Search Head of Machine Learning, Head of AI, AI Lead, ML Lead, Principal ML Engineer, Machine Learning Manager, AI Research Lead, 3D Perception, Geometric Deep Learning, Computer Vision, GNN, Graph Neural Networks, 3D Transformers, NeRF, Point Clouds, CAD, Generative AI, Autonomous Agents, Robotics, PyTorch, MLOps, LLM, Reinforcement Learning, AI for Engineering, Simulation, Computational Geometry. Disclaimer Attis Global Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on any of the grounds protected by law, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion or belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, political affiliation, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, and/or gender reassignment. M/F/D/V. We operate as a staffing agency and employment business. More information can be found at attisglobal.com.$260k yearly 3d agoMachine Learning Engineer
Mintegral
Machining engineer job in Fremont, CA
About Us Mintegral is a leading programmatic and interactive mobile advertising platform, starting from the APAC region and radiating out globally. Powered by advanced AI technology, we provide global advertisers and developers with innovative, comprehensive experiences. With our efficient mobile marketing and monetization solutions, we help our clients exceed their marketing goals. As a self-developed programmatic platform, since Launched in 2015, Mintegral has quickly grown to become one of the largest mobile advertising platform in Asia. We offer a full stack of programmatic products and services including our Self-service Platform, DSP, SSP, Ad Exchange and DMP. We have also created the Mindworks Creative Studio, which offers publishers and brands cutting-edge creative solutions, from traditional creative right through to the latest interactive ad formats. For more information, please visit our website: ***************************** About the Role We are looking for a highly motivated Machine Learning Engineer to help advance the intelligence of our advertising platform. You will work across the full lifecycle of ML development-from framing ambiguous problems to deploying large-scale production models that directly impact advertiser ROI and user experience. Responsibilities Own the end-to-end algorithm development lifecycle, including problem formulation, solution design, experimental validation, and online deployment. Leverage data analysis and algorithmic innovation to optimize model inference performance, enhance monitoring systems, and continuously improve both monetization efficiency and user experience within the advertising platform. Identify potential issues and optimization opportunities across the ad delivery system. Actively participate in technical discussions, stay proactive in learning, and apply new technologies to solve real-world problems. Track cutting-edge research in machine learning and incorporate advanced techniques into practical adtech applications. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, AI, Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related technical field; strong academic background preferred. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to abstract complex problems, build models, and analyze large datasets. Strong engineering fundamentals and production-quality coding skills (Python, C++, or related languages). Self-driven, resilient, and able to navigate challenging problems with a proactive mindset. Hands-on experience with optimizing ad systems end-to-end, and understanding system behavior through data loops and feedback cycles. Practical experience with feature engineering, model architecture design, and sample distribution analysis; background in generative recommendation or LLM-based approaches is a plus. Experience in RTB and ads strategies, such as cold-start optimization, budget pacing, calibration, or bidding strategies, is strongly preferred.$116k-175k yearly est. 2d ago
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The average machining engineer in San Mateo, CA earns between $97,000 and $210,000 annually. This compares to the national average machining engineer range of $83,000 to $182,000.
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