Cortex Principal / Lead ML Engineer - Enterprise ML Platform

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Position: Cortex Principal / Lead ML Engineer - Enterprise ML Platform
Location: concord, SFO, CA (Onsite)
Duration: Contract & Full time

Description for Internal Candidates
We are looking for a seasoned architect with hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale AI platforms.

Key qualifications include:

Expertise in end-to-end enterprise ML platform architecture, including multi-cloud environments

Strong knowledge of data and compute separationand integration patterns

Comprehensive understanding of the Model Development Lifecycle (MDLC)

Experience with data protection strategies(data at rest and in transit)

Deep understanding of security, technology, and data governance controls

Strong expertise in Kubernetes, including OpenShift (OCP)and GKE

Proven hands-on experiencebuilding enterprise ML platforms

Experience with agentic AI solutions and modern development approaches(e.g., rapid prototyping / vibe coding )

Excellent communication and executive presentation skills