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A leading technology company in Seattle, Washington is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to join their Answers, Knowledge & Information team. The role involves shaping user experiences for products like Siri and requires strong skills in applied machine learning and software engineering. Candidates should have a BS in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience. A competitive compensation package including stock options and benefits is offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr

OCI (Oracle Cloud) AI Infrastructure Innovation team is seeking a Senior Principal Performance Engineer to lead end-to-end performance strategy and engineering across the full stack application services, runtimes, operating systems, network, storage, and underlying hardware. You will define architecture changes, establish rigorous methodologies and tooling, and drive deep-dive investigations that unlock meaningful gains in latency, throughput, efficiency, and cost. If you thrive at troubleshooting complex distributed environments, and mentoring teams to deliver measurable improvements, this role offers the opportunity to advance the state of the art. Qualifications Disclaimer Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates. Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only US: Hiring Range in USD from: $96,800 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral. Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion Short term disability and long term disability Life insurance and AD&D Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation. 11 paid holidays Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours. Paid parental leave Adoption assistance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Financial planning and group legal Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. Career Level - IC5 Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end performance architecture for critical services and platforms, setting strategy, standards, and best practices across applications, OS, network, storage, and hardware layers. Establish KPIs and benchmarking methodologies; build and maintain representative workloads and reproducible benchmarks. Drive systemic improvements to service and data-plane architectures. Design and build tooling for profiling, tracing, and telemetry with clear, actionable insights. Cross-organizational leadership to ensure performance is designed-in, observable, and consistent at scale. Mentor engineers, provide technical leadership and reviews, and influence multi-year roadmap and technical standards. QualificationsRequired: Expertise in systems performance across application, OS, network, storage, and hardware. Expertise in operating system and network stack internals (Linux kernels, scheduling, memory/IO subsystems, TCP/IP). Strong software engineering background with hands-on experience with performance profiling and observability. Ability to write and reason about performant code at a low level (e.g., C, raw sockets, CPU/vector instructions, memory/cache optimization). Familiarity with high-performance IO paths; understanding of cross-region networking and latency trade-offs. BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience; proven technical leadership and mentoring. Preferred: Expertise in virtualization/containers. Java performance experience: JVM/JIT/GC internals, JFR/async-profiler, and benchmarking. Low-level engineering skills in one or more of C/C++/Rust/Go, with demonstrated ability to analyze instruction-level hotspots, memory/cache behavior, and concurrency. Database or storage performance specialization (query execution, indexing, IO path optimization). #J-18808-Ljbffr

AWS Machine Learning accelerators are at the forefront of AWS innovation. The Trainium chip delivers industry-leading ML inference and training performance at the lowest cost in the cloud. This is enabled by edge software stack, the AWS Neuron Software Development Kit, which includes a Machine Learning compiler. The SDK natively integrates into popular ML frameworks, such as PyTorch, JAX and TensorFlow. AWS Neuron is widely adopted by many internal and external customers and partners. Amazon Annapurna Labs drives innovation in silicon and software for AWS, blending cloud-scale impact with world-class engineering talent. Our multidisciplinary team spans silicon design, hardware verification, software, and operations. We operate in large, complex domains with small, agile teams, fostering continuous learning and rapid innovation. With no set blueprint, we thrive on experimentation and offer a uniquely dynamic and enriching environment across a wide range of AWS products and services. Learn more about our history: We are seeking an exceptional Software Engineering Manager to lead portion of our Deep-Learning Backend Compiler team at AWS Neuron. You will manage a team of talented compiler engineers focused on machine learning compiler design and development. In this role, you will drive the design and implementation of ML compiler solutions, develop advanced optimization techniques, lead hardware bring-up for next-generation chips, and influence pre-silicon design decisions while mentoring your team. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact AWS's machine learning infrastructure and accelerate the delivery of innovative products and features to market. Explore the Product: , , A day in the life About the team Inclusive Team Culture Here at Annapurna Labs, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences. Amazon's culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 14 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust. Work/Life Balance Our team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isn't about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it's about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives. Mentorship & Career Growth Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Our senior members enjoy one-on-one mentoring. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded engineer and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field - 5+ years of Software Engineer, Software Developer, or related occupational experience - 3+ years of engineering team management experience - Proven track record in new hardware bring-up - Solid Knowledge of computer/chip architecture and code generation PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience with AI/ML technologies - Experience in compiler design and architecture - Knowledge of LLVM and MLIR Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 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 $166,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $287,700/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.

A global consulting firm in Seattle seeks a Retirement Management Consulting Senior Manager to lead projects and deliver innovative solutions in Financial Services. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of leadership experience and a strong background in consulting and program management. This role involves designing business transformations and engaging closely with clients to deliver impactful solutions. Compensation ranges for Washington include $141,100 to $311,200 annually, reflecting the commitment to diversity and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr

About BRINC: At BRINC, we are redefining public safety with an innovative ecosystem of life-saving tools. Our journey started with the development of drones and ruggedized throw phones, designed to access unsafe areas and establish communication to de-escalate situations. Today, we've expanded into creating and deploying 911 response networks, where drones are dispatched to 911 calls to provide real-time visual data, enhancing safety and enabling de-escalation-focused responses. Our cutting-edge solutions are utilized by over 600 public safety agencies across America and the company has raised over $150M from investors, including Index Ventures, Motorola Solutions, Sam Altman, Dylan Field, Mike Volpe, Alexandr Wang and more. At BRINC, we are committed to recruiting the world's best talent to join us in our mission to support first responders in saving lives. We are currently seeking skilled embedded software engineers to develop flight-critical firmware, with a focus on advanced drone pilot assistance features. About this Role: We are seeking an experienced embedded software engineer. In this role you will design and develop on-device software for BRINC's entire hardware product line, including indoor and outdoor drones, hand-held remote controllers, robotic drone nests, and a variety of support equipment & accessories. Key Responsibilities: Own end-to-end software development - from specification to design, implementation, testing, and product support. Write high-quality flight ready code (primarily in C/C++). Establish top-level design architectures and implementation methodologies for the team. Clearly communicate decisions with internal stakeholders. Document contributions in a revision-controlled environment. Work collaboratively with electrical, mechanical, perception, controls, test and manufacturing engineers. Work closely with customers by debugging issues in the field, incorporating end user feedback, and supporting new product deployments. Qualifications: 5+ years of industry experience developing software for devices Experience with C, C++, Python and related programming and scripting languages Experience working in a fast-paced technical environment Experience developing and optimizing for embedded systems Experience working with standard embedded interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, etc.) Experience developing software for a range of compute hardware (SoC, MCU, etc.) Experience bringing up and testing new hardware in collaboration with other engineers Preferred Skills 7+ years of experience developing software for Aerospace, Robotics, Automotive, Consumer Electronics, or related industries Bachelors or Masters of Science in Computer Science or related degree Experience interfacing to displays, cameras, and other perception sensors (MIPI, etc.) Experience working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Experience working with embedded Linux / Yocto Linux Experience developing HDL (Verilog, VHDL) for FPGAs with specific experience on video processing pipelines Experience developing software for flight control, navigation, and autonomy applications Experience developing software for embedded radio systems Experience developing software for localization systems (GNSS, etc.) Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization and unit testing Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements Ability to work independently and in teams, take initiative, and communicate effectively Experience developing software solutions for UAV/UAS used in commercial, industrial, or defense applications BRINC Culture Values: Try the hard stuff Be innovative - Invent the future Move fast Listen to end-users Strive for excellence Don't build a dystopia Be frugal Save lives through technology If you're interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you'll apply. We'd love to review your application and get to know more about you! BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is resolute in cultivating an environment that promotes safety, diversity, inclusion and equity. We're committed to hiring the best talent - regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances - and empowering every employee so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need, please let our recruiting team know - we strive to provide appropriate accommodation and assistance. Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families 401K plan Maternity and paternity leave Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt) Flexible work environment Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound) Free parking (Seattle office) Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office) #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading financial technology company in Seattle is seeking a Senior Product Design Lead for the Payments & Risk Platform. This role requires extensive product design experience and the ability to craft seamless financial workflows. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, elevate design quality, and mentor junior designers. Candidates should have a strong portfolio, excellent systems thinking skills, and a passion for empowering small businesses through technology. The position offers competitive compensation and a hybrid working model. #J-18808-Ljbffr

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next‑generation computing experiences-from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges-striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLE AMD's Data Center Platform Engineering Group (DPEG) is designing, developing, and delivering innovative technology infrastructure enabling the digital world. We create cloud‑enabling server/rack solutions that help the world's leading companies turn their ideas into reality. Our customers are future‑focused and so are we, always a step ahead of the next challenge. As experts in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, we're the bridge between problem and solution for the world's leading OEM & ODM partners and cloud services providers. Our customers depend on us to solve their most complex server/rack design needs. Come and join our Data Center Platform Engineering Group where we are building amazing, powered products with amazing people. AMD is searching for a dynamic and experienced Principal Member of Technical Staff to own system design support, rack‑level bring‑up, and critical customer engagement for our cutting‑edge AMD Instinct™ product line. In this high‑visibility role, you will act as the technical bridge between AMD's internal system architects, platform development teams, and our OEM partners. You will not only influence the design and architecture of AI solutions but also lead hands‑on debug and validation efforts at customer locations. As a technical leader, you will drive engineering, root cause analysis, and influence future roadmap stories based on field execution. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES System Architecture & Design Support Solution Optimization: Partner deeply with customers to architect and optimize Rack‑Scale AI solution deployments using AMD Instinct GPUs. Design Reviews: Provide support of design reviews for customer platform/rack designs; proactively flag areas for modification to improve quality, performance and competitive advantage. Bring‑Up, Debug & Validation Documentation & Best Practices: Deliver comprehensive technical documentation, best practices, and reference architectures to streamline the adoption and deployment of AMD AI platforms. Hands‑on Engineering: Drive hands‑on rack, platform, and component‑level debug and validation. This includes complex stress testing, issue reproductions, and deep‑dive root cause analysis. Issue Resolution: Lead customer issue resolution efforts, gathering diagnostics, managing critical escalations, and driving long‑term process improvements to ensure customer success. System Firmware Debug & Deployment: Lead debug efforts for system firmware (BIOS, BMC) during initial bring‑up and large‑scale deployment phases. Ensure seamless integration between hardware, firmware, and software stacks, and resolve interaction issues in customer environments. End‑Customer Debug & Sustaining: Own the technical support interface for end customers, provide high‑level engineering for deployed fleets. Leadership & Strategy Cross‑Functional Alignment: Represent debug progress, technical insights, and status with clarity and impact at the leadership level, ensuring alignment and accountability across cross‑functional teams. Roadmap Influence: Provide regular, detailed technical feedback from the field to directly influence AMD's software and hardware roadmaps. Future Architecture: Drive future product architecture decisions by leveraging unique insights gained from deep customer execution engagement. Mentorship: Build a culture of ownership, accountability, and technical excellence within the team, while actively mentoring senior engineers and emerging technical leaders. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Advanced experience in system architecture, hardware/firmware debug, and customer‑facing engineering roles (HPC or AI/ML focus preferred). Deep understanding of Server/Rack system architecture (x86, GPU, PCIe, Interconnects). Strong proficiency in System Firmware (BIOS/UEFI, BMC/OpenBMC) debug, update flows, and deployment strategies. Experience with system bring‑up and debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, ITP, JTAG). Knowledge of power delivery, thermal management, and mechanical form factors in datacenter environments. Leadership: Proven track record of leading technical teams through complex problem‑solving scenarios and interacting with executive leadership. Travel: Ability to travel to customer, factory and company locations. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. LOCATIONS Seattle, WA.; Austin, TX.; Secaucus, NJ.; Santa Clara, CA. This role does not support visa sponsorship. #LI-CB1 Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance. AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's “Responsible AI Policy” is available here. This posting is for an existing vacancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading tech company in Seattle is looking for an innovative NLP researcher to advance its AI features in collaboration software. The ideal candidate will work on cutting-edge NLP research and technologies, aiming to optimize performance and scalability, while collaborating with product managers to implement features. Candidates are expected to have a strong educational background in computer science or related fields. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading social media platform in Palo Alto is looking for a Technical Lead Manager in Ads Conversion Modeling. This role includes leading the User Match Prediction roadmap, developing conversion models, and partnering with various teams to drive performance. Ideal candidates have a strong software engineering background, machine learning knowledge, and 6+ years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid work flexibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A global technology company in San Francisco seeks a Principal Engineer to lead the development of AI-driven developer tools. This senior role involves architecting long-term strategies, influencing cross-functional projects, and driving significant improvements in engineering efficiency. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience in software engineering, demonstrated technical leadership, and expertise in applying AI to enhance productivity. This role offers a competitive salary in a dynamic tech environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading travel technology company in Seattle is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer III to design and scale intelligent systems for their global travel marketplace. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize real-time pricing and inventory and develop models that enhance trust across the service. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in software engineering and a passion for applying machine learning in complex systems. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology company in Seattle is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer for the Content Relevance team. The role involves driving the technical roadmap and optimizing personalized video recommendation systems. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in machine learning and a strong background in programming and collaboration. This position offers competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and a commitment to diversity and well-being. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading tech company is looking for a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to join the Ad Marketplace team. The role involves driving the technical roadmap, designing scalable machine learning models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize ad delivery. Candidates should have significant experience in machine learning, strong programming skills, and a deep understanding of AI applications. This position offers an opportunity to impact how millions interact with technology in a diverse, inclusive work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading search AI company is looking for a Consulting Engineer - Search to help customers realize the value of their solutions. You will collaborate with various teams to deliver scalable architectures that enhance application performance and user experiences. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in Enterprise Search technologies and excellent client interaction skills. This role is based in Seattle, WA, and offers flexible working arrangements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A global travel technology company seeks a Machine Learning Engineer III in Seattle. You will design ML-powered features to enhance the traveler experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's or Master's in a technical field and expertise in programming, machine learning engineering, and cloud services. Benefits include competitive salary, travel perks, and professional development opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading tech company in Seattle is looking for a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to enhance AI-powered contract intelligence solutions. The candidate should have over 10 years of experience in building machine learning products and at least 4 years in ML frameworks such as Pytorch and TensorFlow. This role offers a hybrid work environment promoting flexibility, teamwork, and professional growth, backed by comprehensive compensation and benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology company in Seattle is seeking a Sr Machine Learning Engineer for its AI and Machine Learning org. The ideal candidate will innovate in foundation models, particularly in audio data, and will design comprehensive data frameworks. You will collaborate with top researchers and have a significant impact on future products at Apple. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including stock options. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology firm in Seattle is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to enhance generative recommendations within its content products. The successful candidate will lead innovative projects, improve personalization, and influence strategy within a diverse team. Qualifications include a strong foundation in machine learning and experience with generative models. A commitment to collaboration and a focus on user engagement are essential. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered as part of the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading technology company is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to join their Content Relevance team. This role involves driving the ML technical roadmap and optimizing personalized video recommendation systems. The ideal candidate will have over 9 years of experience in machine learning, a strong understanding of ML and deep learning approaches, and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives. Excellent collaboration and mentorship skills are essential. The position is based in Seattle and adheres to a hybrid work model. #J-18808-Ljbffr