Software Engineer - Machine Learning

What is Splore 

Founded and funded by Temasek and Menyala, Splore is an early-stage venture focused on reimagining how people find and interact with information. In a world teeming with data, the challenge is no longer about obtaining information but finding what is relevant quickly and efficiently. Splore's AI Answer Engine provides direct and contextual answers, thereby transforming the way information is discovered and consumed.

Splore empowers businesses to unlock the vast potential of not only their information assets, but leverage Splore's proprietary Knowledge Index, thereby enabling them to make quicker, more informed decisions. At the same time consumers getting fast, relevant, and trusted answers, thereby eliminating the all-too-common frustration of sifting through irrelevant search results or waiting for answers.

Crafted by experts in machine learning, distributed systems, and consumer applications, Splore.com blends data from the web with "walled garden" information to provide diverse, tailored results.

Our mission is to be the Knowledge and Discovery engine for this generation, pioneering a new way of discovering and engaging with information in a world that is increasingly digital and diverse in its interests.

What is the role 

We are seeking a motivated Machine Learning Engineer with proficiency in Python, FastAPI, and relevant ML libraries. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding in NLP and deep learning, knowledge of big data technologies, and familiarity with AWS. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in applying machine learning techniques to real-world projects.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:
 Collaborate with senior engineers to develop and implement machine learning models and algorithms for our gaming search engine.
 Assist in collecting, preprocessing, and analyzing data sets to derive meaningful insights.
 Support the design, testing, and optimization of machine learning algorithms.
 Participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing innovative ideas to enhance existing models or develop new ones.
 Evaluate and select appropriate tools and technologies for machine learning projects.
 Document research findings, methodologies, and results in a clear and structured manner.
 Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in machine learning and related technologies.

Attributes

We are looking for a Machine Learning Engineer with the following:
 Dealing with Ambiguity - You thrive in navigating dynamic environments, making informed decisions amid evolving scenarios and comfortably embracing uncertainty.
 Collaborates - We're all about teamwork here. You will work closely with the Senior Engineers to develop and implement machine learning models and algorithms. Close cross functional collaboration with our Product, Design and Engineering teams will be key in building our gaming search engine!
 Nimble Learning - We're looking for someone who thrives in a startup environment. You're not afraid to get your hands dirty and learn through experimentation when faced with fresh challenges. You're always on the pulse of the latest ML trends and immersing yourself in new technologies.
 Functional/ Technical Skills - Strong foundations in machine learning fundamentals and algorithms, with prior experience in developing and implementing machine learning models.
 Proficiency in Python and FastAPI
 Familiarity with machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
 Experience with NLP libraries/frameworks such as NLTK, SpaCy, Gensim, LLMs for NLP tasks.
 Knowledge of big data technologies and distributed computing (e.g., Spark) and cloud platforms such as AWS is a bonus.
 Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in machine learning model development and deployment.,