This position is based in New York City, and in some cases a remote role can be considered for the U.S. East Coast (CT, FL, MA, NJ, SC and VT).
At Personio, we are on an inspiring and ambitious mission to build the People Operating System - the single source of truth for employee information - that enables small & mid-sized businesses to be strategic about their people, the biggest asset and success factor for any organization.
We are building the environment and the culture for you to do the best work of your career. You'll be surrounded by fellow craftspeople and you'll be asked to apply your skills to raise the bar for how Personio – and the industry at large – builds products.
As a founding level Machine Learing Engineer, you will be at the forefront of shaping our Machine Learning landscape. You will be instrumental in defining and implementing ML strategies. You will lead the design and deployment of scalable machine learning algorithms across all our product groups within Personio. Being one of our first ML Engineers, you will not only be a technical expert but also a mentor, playing a crucial role in cultivating a collaborative and innovative culture within our growing team, setting the foundation for our machine learning initiatives.
Role Responsibilities: What you'll do
Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers while participating in interviewing/hiring new talent.
Collaborate with various cross functional teams and stakeholders on team related ML tech projects.
Write high-quality, maintainable code in accordance with coding standards and best practices.
Analyze complex technical problems and propose innovative solutions.
Create and maintain technical documentation, including design, documents, and knowledge-sharing materials.
Identify opportunities for process improvements.
How you’ll go about it:
Influencing and strengthening team culture while identifying areas for improvement.
Demonstrate technical excellence through hands-on involvement in projects and continuous learning.
Maintain open and clear communication and foster a collaborative work environment with team members, stakeholders, and management.
Ensure that technical documentation is comprehensive and up-to-date.
Uphold high coding standards and participate in code reviews.
Continuously drive innovation and improvements.
Role Requirements: What you need to succeed
Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science or a related field.
10+ yrs of experience in software engineering or a relevant technical role and of which 5+ yrs experience in Machine Learning.
Strong proficiency in LLM frameworks.
Understanding of Pytorch, Tensorflow, NLP and other Machine Learning technologies.
Experience building machine learning models and production level code.
Proven track record of technical leadership and mentoring junior engineers.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Why Personio
Personio is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an integrative culture where everyone feels welcomed and supported. We embrace uniqueness and understand that our diverse, values-driven culture makes us stronger. We are proud to have an inclusive workplace environment that will foster your development no matter your gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, education level, or race.
Our Benefits
Aside from our people, culture, and mission, check out some of the other benefits that make Personio a great place to work:
Receive a robust reward package – reevaluated each year – that includes salary, benefits, and pre-IPO equity
Enjoy 20 days of paid vacation, plus an additional day after 2 and 4 years (because we love what we do, but we also love vacation!)
Invest in your future with a 401(k) retirement account and a Personio match of up to 5%
Get comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for yourself and your family
Make an impact on the environment and society with 2 (fully paid) Impact Days – one for an individual project of your choice and one for a company-wide initiative
Receive family leave, mental health support, and sabbatical opportunities with PersonioCares
Grow your skills with an annual personal development budget to use on professional memberships, external certifications, conferences, and more
Connect with your fellow Personios at regular company and team events like All Company Culture Week and local year-end celebrations
Engage in a high-impact working environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
Salary Range $205,000 to $235,00 per year, plus equity and benefits. Please note the national salary range listed in the job posting reflects the new hire salary range across levels and U.S. locations that would be applicable to the position. Final salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s final level and final location. Also, this range represents base salary only and does not include equity, orbenefits, if applicable.
Please also note that the information provided in this job posting is for general informational purposes only. The job posting is provided 'as is' without any representations or warranties, express or implied. Personio makes no representations or warranties in relation to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information contained in this job posting. By applying to this position, applicants acknowledge that they have read and understood this disclaimer and that Personio shall not be held liable for any reliance on the information contained herein.
Bring your best. Make your mark. We’re using technology to revolutionize the way HR operates so that we can transform the way millions of people experience work every day. We move fast, challenge the status quo, and support our people as they shape their careers.
With over 10,000 customers and a team of 2,000 in eight offices around the world, now is the perfect time to join! We believe in hiring driven people who want to make an impact. So bring your best, and let’s build the future of HR technology together.
Discover our Personio Principles, that guide our mindset, behaviours, and the ways we work together:
Exceed Customer Expectations: We anticipate, prioritize, and solve for the needs of our customers. Deliver Exceptional Results: We dream big and move with urgency to make great things happen. Elevate One Another: We work together as trusted partners to amplify our collective impact. Care to Challenge: We care personally and challenge directly to unlock our full potential. Ignite Positive Momentum: We embrace the challenge with a positive mindset and celebrate our wins together.
Thank you for considering a career at Personio. Please fill out the following form. In case you are experiencing problems with the document upload, mail your documents to joinus@personio.de.
