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ThumbtackSoftware Engineer, AI/ML Infrastructure
Thumbtack operates a home management platform connecting users with a network of local service providers across the United States. The company is currently hiring a full-time,…
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Thumbtack operates a home management platform connecting users with a network of local service providers across the United States. The company is currently hiring a full-time, remote Software Engineer for its AI/ML Infrastructure team. This position centers on building and scaling centralized artificial intelligence capabilities and supporting GenAI-powered applications that impact millions of customers and professionals. In this role, an engineer will collaborate closely with platform and product groups to…
Job Description
Thumbtack operates a home management platform connecting users with a network of local service providers across the United States. The company is currently hiring a full-time, remote Software Engineer for its AI/ML Infrastructure team. This position centers on building and scaling centralized artificial intelligence capabilities and supporting GenAI-powered applications that impact millions of customers and professionals.
In this role, an engineer will collaborate closely with platform and product groups to design robust systems for machine learning model training, deployment, and evaluation. The work spans the entire technology stack, requiring hands-on development from backend services down to AI model integrations. Professionals who thrive in rapid environments with shifting parameters and who possess a proactive approach to learning will find this position well-suited to their background.
Team members evaluate next-generation AI frameworks alongside senior engineers and tackle intricate technical challenges with an emphasis on measurable business results. Thumbtack provides an equal opportunity workplace and considers qualified applicants regardless of protected characteristics.
Responsibilities
- Develop and improve foundational AI platform capabilities to support GenAI applications
- Design, build, and deploy scalable tooling and infrastructure for applied scientists
- Work across the full technology stack from backend services to AI model integrations
- Collaborate with senior engineers to assess emerging AI infrastructure frameworks
- Drive engineering projects toward completion focusing on measurable business impact
- Solve complex technical hurdles while keeping pace with advancements in AI
Requirements
- Have one to three years of professional software engineering experience
- Possess solid fundamentals in algorithms, data structures, and software design
- Demonstrate proficiency in at least one major programming language with the ability to work across multiple languages
- Show experience with relational or NoSQL databases such as Postgres or DynamoDB
- Demonstrate the ability to utilize AI coding tools in daily workflows while validating and refining output
- Operate effectively in fast-paced settings with ambiguity and quick learning needs
Core Skills
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the location and remote status for this role?
The position is remote and full-time.
What is the expected salary range for the Software Engineer role?
For candidates residing in British Columbia and Ontario, the expected salary range is $123,300 to $159,500 per year, which varies depending on factors like job level and qualifications.
How many years of experience are required?
Candidates must have one to three years of professional software engineering experience.
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