Lead ML&AI Engineer

We are looking for a Lead ML&AI Engineer to join a team building the next generation of computers for artificial intelligence. The company brings together experts in computer architecture, ASIC design, advanced systems and neural network compilers, with the team focused on the compiler and neural network stack, including LLMs and CNNs. This is a key developer role within the ML & AI team.

Responsibilities

• Write kernels in C++ for various operations used across AI and ML workloads
• Develop and optimize the compiler and neural network stack supporting LLMs and CNNs
• Collaborate with experts in computer architecture, ASIC design and advanced systems to build next-generation computing solutions
• Design and implement AI/ML kernel operations tailored to GPU/AI-accelerator architectures
• Build and maintain ML models using PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Ensure kernel-level performance and correctness across modern neural network architectures such as transformers
• Take ownership of key technical decisions as a lead developer within the ML & AI team

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on ML/AI
• 5+ years of experience in C++ and CUDA/kernel programming
• Knowledge in GPU/AI-accelerator architectures
• Experience in building and working with ML models in PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Understanding of modern ML model architectures such as transformers
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher

Nice to have

• Proficiency in Python programming with hands-on experience in developing, training and fine-tuning deep learning models
• Skills in designing, implementing and iterating on neural network architectures to achieve optimal performance on diverse tasks
• Capability to investigate and troubleshoot model performance issues including gaps in compilation steps and kernels
• Demonstrated experience in designing, training and deploying neural networks for various applications
• Solid understanding of machine learning fundamentals including supervised and unsupervised learning techniques

We offer

• We gather like-minded people:
  • Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernization
  • Supportive team and agile, startup-like culture
  • Hybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
  • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
  • Business-driven relocation opportunities
• We provide growth opportunities:
  • Career development programs
  • Thought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Certification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)
  • English classes
• We cover it all:
  • Stable pay
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount
  • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
  • Referral bonuses up to $2,000
  • Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and more
  • Corporate, social and well-being events
• Please, note:
  • Benefits listed above are available to employees only
  • We are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individually
  • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.