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We are looking for a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to shape the next generation of our data and machine learning capabilities, focusing on data quality, enrichment, and the intelligent linking of products and information. This role offers the opportunity to define architectural strategy, lead transformative initiatives, and work at scale on platforms infused with machine learning and semantic intelligence to unlock deep insights from complex data.We look for people who embody:Innovation to solve the hardest problems.‍Accountability for every result.‍Integrity always.About The RoleLead the architecture and evolution of scalable, high-performance data pipelines and ML systems, focusing on data ingestion, transformation, quality checks, and enrichmentProvide technical leadership and mentorship to a cross-functional team of ML Engineers, Data Scientists, and Infrastructure Engineers, ensuring alignment with architectural standards and driving a culture of high quality and operational excellenceDrive cross-functional initiatives to integrate modern Machine Learning and AI technologies (including semantic understanding, natural language processing, and potentially large language models) to automate data quality, link canonical products, and create intelligent data enrichment solutionsDefine strategies to enhance the performance, reliability, and observability of data and ML services, ensuring robust, high-quality data outputsDesign and implement frameworks for evaluating data quality and the effectiveness of ML models through both offline metrics and online validationChampion engineering best practices and mentor engineers across teams, raising the bar for code quality, data governance, and ML system designShape long-term technical direction by staying ahead of trends in AI, ML, data engineering, and distributed systems and bringing these innovations into production within the Knowledge domainThis role is designed for impact, and we believe our best work happens when we connect. While we operate a flexible model, we expect you to spend time on site (at our offices or a client location) for collaboration sessions, customer meetings, and internal workshops.RequirementsWhat Success Looks LikeExtensive experience designing and leading the development of large-scale distributed data and/or ML backend systemsHands-on experience with ETL pipeline design and optimization for complex data sets is a strong advantageDeep familiarity with technologies such as Apache Beam, Pub/Sub, Redis, and other large-scale data processing frameworksExpertise in backend development with Python and Scala; knowledge of Node.js or Golang is a plusProficient with both SQL and NoSQL databases, and experience with data warehousing solutionsDemonstrated experience building robust APIs (REST, GraphQL) and operating in modern cloud environments (GCP preferred), using Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, and observability toolsProven ability to lead and influence engineering direction across teams and functions, particularly in a data-centric and ML-driven environmentStrong communication skills and the ability to align diverse technical stakeholders around a cohesive vision for data quality and knowledge extractionBenefitsWe believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Here's how we invest in you:Compensation and Financial WellbeingCompetitive base salaryMatching pension scheme (up to 5%) from day oneDiscretionary company bonus scheme4 x annual salary Death in Service coverage from day oneEmployee referral schemeTech SchemeHealth and WellnessPrivate medical insurance from day oneOptical and dental cash back schemeHelp@Hand app: access to remote GPs, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapyEAP serviceCycle to Work schemeWork-Life Balance and Growth36 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)An extra paid day off for your birthdayTen paid learning days per yearFlexible working hoursMarket-leading parental leaveSabbatical leave (after five years)Work from anywhere (up to 3 weeks per year)Industry-recognised training and certificationsBonusly employee recognition and rewards platformClear opportunities for career developmentLength of Service AwardsRegular company eventsDiversity and InclusionAt Qodea, we champion diversity and inclusion. We believe that a career in IT should be open to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or neurotype. We value the unique talents and perspectives that each individual brings to our team, and we strive to create a fair and accessible hiring process for all.