
Director of Machine Learning - Dataset Engineering
Runway
- Location
- Canada
- Posted
- Salary Range
- 400k - 490k USD
Director of Machine Learning specializing in Dataset Engineering
Runway
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We are seeking a Director of Machine Learning specializing in Dataset Engineering to lead our strategic efforts in data acquisition, management, and optimization. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on data analysis and technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in machine learning and dataset engineering, leading data strategies and partnerships at a senior level. They will also possess expertise in data analysis, data cost management, and optimization techniques, as well as knowledge of current developments in dataset engineering and machine learning. As a leader, they will guide a team of data engineers and analysts, communicate complex data concepts to various audiences, and contribute to the development of impactful computer vision features using tools by Roboflow. With flexible remote work options, $4,000/year travel stipends, and equity in a fast-growing company, this role offers a unique opportunity for professionals to shape the future of AI. We value curiosity, ownership, and a drive to improve, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining exceptional talent from diverse backgrounds while ensuring pay equity for our team.
We are looking for a Director of Machine Learning specializing in Dataset Engineering to lead our strategic efforts in data acquisition, management, and optimization. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on data analysis and technical expertise.
Establish and oversee data partnerships to obtain high-quality datasets for our AI models
Develop data strategies that support Runway's product and research objectives
Analyze our data ecosystem to find gaps and areas for improvement
Work with external partners on new data projects
Keep up with advances in dataset engineering and machine learning, applying new methods to our work
Participate in hands-on data analysis, guiding the team in data exploration and interpretation
Manage data costs and implement ways to optimize data usage and storage
8+ years of experience in machine learning and dataset engineering, focusing on large-scale, multimodal datasets
Experience leading data strategies and partnerships at a senior level
Expertise in data analysis, with practical experience in examining complex datasets
Knowledge of data cost management and optimization techniques
Understanding of current developments in dataset engineering and machine learning
Experience working with external data providers and managing large data projects
Ability to connect technical concepts with business strategies
Leadership skills to guide a team of data engineers and analysts
Communication skills to explain complex data concepts to various audiences
Runway strives to recruit and retain exceptional talent from diverse backgrounds while ensuring pay equity for our team. Our salary ranges are based on competitive market rates for our size, stage, and industry, and salary is just one part of the overall compensation package we provide.
There are many factors that go into salary determinations, including relevant experience, skill level, and qualifications assessed during the interview process and maintaining internal equity with peers on the team. The range shared below is a general expectation for the function as posted, but we are also open to considering candidates who may be more or less experienced than outlined in the job description. In this case, we will communicate any updates in the expected salary range.
Lastly, the provided range is the expected salary for candidates in the U.S. Outside of those regions, there may be a change in the range, which again, will be communicated to candidates.
Salary range: $400,000-$490,000