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Senior Principal Machine Learning Engineer (Fulfilment)

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BusinessSingapore, Singapore, SingaporeFull-time2 days ago

About the role

AI summarised

Senior Principal Machine Learning Engineer at a technology/ecommerce company, leading the development of ML models and systems for fulfilment optimization. Responsible for designing and deploying scalable ML solutions to improve delivery speed, cost, and customer experience.

BusinessFull-timeData Science

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and build large-scale machine learning systems to optimize fulfilment operations, including inventory placement, order routing, and delivery scheduling.
  • Lead the development of deep learning and reinforcement learning models to improve prediction accuracy and decision-making in real-time.
  • Collaborate with product managers, software engineers, and operations teams to define ML roadmap and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Mentor and guide junior and senior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
  • Drive experimentation and A/B testing frameworks to measure impact of ML models on key business metrics.
  • Architect and implement scalable data pipelines and feature engineering infrastructure to support model training and inference.
  • Stay abreast of latest research in ML and AI, and apply relevant advancements to fulfilment challenges.
  • Present technical findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in machine learning, with at least 5 years in a senior or principal role.
  • Deep expertise in deep learning, reinforcement learning, and optimization techniques.
  • Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and large-scale distributed systems.
  • Strong understanding of experimental design and A/B testing methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence technical direction.
  • Proven track record of delivering production ML systems that drive measurable business impact.
  • Experience in supply chain, logistics, or fulfilment domains is a plus.
  • PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and lead cross-functional initiatives.