Job Description

Description:

Middleby Corporation is a global leader in the commercial foodservice, residential kitchen, and industrial process industries. With over 130 companies under its umbrella, Middleby is committed to driving innovation across its product lines. We are seeking a talented AI/ML Engineer to join our team and help identify opportunities for applying AI/ML technologies to transform operations, enhance customer experience, and optimize business processes.

As an AI/ML Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in identifying areas where AI/ML can create significant value for Middleby. You will lead the design, development, and implementation of AI/ML solutions while working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure these solutions align with business objectives. This role requires hands-on expertise in AI/ML development, a strong understanding of Azure cloud services, and familiarity with large language models (LLMs) and related technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities for applying AI/ML across Middleby’s diverse business units, including manufacturing, IoT-enabled equipment, and customer engagement.
• Develop and implement scalable AI/ML models and solutions tailored to specific business needs.
• Work with large, complex datasets to preprocess, analyze, and extract insights for model development.
• Leverage Azure cloud services to build, train, deploy, and manage machine learning models in production.
• Develop solutions involving large language models (LLMs), including fine-tuning, deployment, and integration into business processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Research and stay up to date with advancements in AI/ML, identifying technologies that can be leveraged for innovation.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to ensure project success.
• Develop proof-of-concept projects to demonstrate the value of AI/ML initiatives.
• Ensure the scalability, security, and reliability of AI/ML solutions in production environments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering or data science roles.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, with expertise in ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Strong knowledge of Azure cloud services, including Azure Machine Learning, Data Factory, and Cognitive Services.
• Hands-on experience with large language models (LLMs) and their application to real-world problems.
• Familiarity with MLOps practices for managing the end-to-end lifecycle of machine learning models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently on complex projects.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in applying AI/ML in manufacturing, IoT, or related industries.
• Familiarity with natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, or predictive analytics.
• Knowledge of big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and data pipeline development.
• Experience with integrating AI/ML solutions into edge or IoT devices.

If you're passionate about data engineering and eager to contribute to a global leader in the kitchen equipment industry, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our exciting journey.

Middleby Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

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