Principal AI Machine Learning Engineer - U.S. Based Remote Opportunity
Actively Hiring
Full-time $144k - $162k Posted 24 days ago
Responsibilities
- check_circle Candidates must live in the United States.
- check_circle Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat.
- check_circle Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a closely related quantitative or technical field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- check_circle 8–10 years of progressive experience in machine learning, AI engineering, or data science, with at least 3 years focused on applied AI and production ML systems.
- check_circle Demonstrated experience integrating LLMs and generative AI into enterprise analytic or operational workflows.
- check_circle Demonstrated experience working within enterprise data governance and compliance frameworks.
- check_circle Expertise in applied machine learning and AI, including supervised and unsupervised learning, natural language processing, and large language model integration (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, open-source LLMs via Hugging Face).
- check_circle Demonstrated experience designing and deploying production-grade AI/ML systems, including end-to-end ML pipelines covering training, evaluation, versioning, deployment, and monitoring.
- check_circle Proficiency in R and Python for machine learning and AI development; familiarity with ML frameworks such as scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow, or equivalent.
- check_circle Experience building and operationalizing LLM-powered applications, including prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and tool/agent orchestration frameworks.
- check_circle Strong SQL skills and experience working with large-scale cloud data platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, BigQuery); ability to design AI-ready data pipelines within enterprise warehouse environments.
- check_circle Knowledge of AI governance, responsible AI principles, and compliance considerations for AI systems handling sensitive or personally identifiable data.
- check_circle Proven ability to serve as a senior technical individual contributor, setting standards, making architectural decisions, and mentoring peers without formal management authority.
- check_circle Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex AI/ML concepts into accessible language for non-technical stakeholders and executive audiences.
- check_circle Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deliver high-quality AI solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- check_circle Master’s or doctoral degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related field.
- check_circle Relevant AI/ML or cloud certifications (e.g., Databricks Certified Machine Learning Professional, AWS Machine Learning Specialty, or equivalent).
- check_circle Experience working with Agile frameworks for cross-functional, product-minded collaboration.
- check_circle Experience with agentic AI frameworks.
- check_circle Familiarity with Databricks AI features, including MLflow, Model Serving, and Genie or semantic layer integrations.
- check_circle Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven technology contexts.
- check_circle Advanced training in statistics, causal inference, or program evaluation methods.
- check_circle A passion for higher education is a plus.
- check_circle $144,160 - $162,180
Benefits
- check_circle Work-Life balance
- check_circle + Virtual-first office Paid Time Off (PTO) Seven company-wide holidays Nine floating holidays* Sick leave Monthly mental health day
- check_circle Paid Time Off (PTO)
- check_circle Seven company-wide holidays
- check_circle Nine floating holidays*
- check_circle Sick leave
- check_circle Monthly mental health day
- check_circle floating holidays prorated depending on start date
- check_circle Virtual-first support
- check_circle Choice of PC of MAC laptop May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset One-time office set-up stipend Monthly remote work stipend Monthly mobile stipend
- check_circle Choice of PC of MAC laptop
- check_circle May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset
- check_circle One-time office set-up stipend
- check_circle Monthly remote work stipend
- check_circle Monthly mobile stipend
- check_circle Financial security
- check_circle Market-based salaries Performance-based bonus 403(b) retirement plan - 5% company contribution additional 5% company match 3-year vesting schedule Participation may begin immediately
- check_circle Market-based salaries
- check_circle Performance-based bonus
- check_circle 403(b) retirement plan
- check_circle - 5% company contribution
- check_circle additional 5% company match
- check_circle 3-year vesting schedule
- check_circle Participation may begin immediately
- check_circle Health & wellness
- check_circle Choice of two health insurance plans - Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection Vision insurance Dental insurance Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health Company provided life and ad&d insurance Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
- check_circle Choice of two health insurance plans
- check_circle - Health Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
- check_circle Medical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection
- check_circle Vision insurance
- check_circle Dental insurance
- check_circle Insurance coverage begins on the date of hire
- check_circle Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- check_circle Maven virtual clinic for women’s and family health
- check_circle Company provided life and ad&d insurance
- check_circle Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents
- check_circle Company provided short and long-term disability insurance
- check_circle Career development
- check_circle Budgeted annual funds for professional development Growth opportunities within the company
- check_circle Budgeted annual funds for professional development
- check_circle Growth opportunities within the company
- check_circle Additional perks
- check_circle Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program Mutual of Omaha will preparation services Mutual of Omaha travel assistance Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws 1Password family account
- check_circle Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
- check_circle Mutual of Omaha will preparation services
- check_circle Mutual of Omaha travel assistance
- check_circle Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
- check_circle 1Password family account
- check_circle Provide a job offer without an interview
- check_circle Ask for payment to process documents, purchase equipment or for any other reason
- check_circle Request banking or credit card information
- check_circle Direct you to third-party services to obtain visas or other documentation
About the company
Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.
If you are an experienced Artificial Intelligence professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Principal AI & Machine Learning Engineer.
Tags & Focus Areas
Fulltime Remote Ai Machine Learning
About Common App
Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse mem...
Ready to Join the Team?
Apply once with DevFound — we route your profile to Common App and keep you posted on matching AI roles.