Machine Learning/AI Engineer (LATAM Remote)

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Overview:

UP.Labs is a dynamic venture studio dedicated to building innovative startup companies from the ground up. Our team thrives on solving complex problems, driving technological advancements, and creating impactful digital products. 
We're seeking a highly skilled professional to join our growing team and contribute to our mission of launching the next wave of successful startups.

Technical Challenge:

As a Machine Learning Engineer at UP.Labs, You will design, develop, and deploy advanced machine learning and generative AI solutions that drive innovation across our venture portfolio. Your work will span the full ML lifecycle—from data pipeline architecture and model development to production deployment and optimization on cloud platforms. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise, creativity, and a passion for innovation in the transportation industry.

In this role you will:

  • Lead the development and deployment of computer vision solutions (image classification, object detection, segmentation, OCR) alongside scalable machine learning systems including predictive models, recommendation systems, and advanced analytics pipelines.
  • Design and build scalable backend systems and APIs that serve ML models and integrate with data infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for machine learning applications.
  • Implement end-to-end ML workflows, including data preparation, model training, evaluation, and deployment.
  • Develop and maintain production-grade ML systems, ensuring reliability and accuracy over time.
  • Conduct thorough model testing, validation, and monitoring to ensure accuracy and stability.
  • Stay current with the latest advancements in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and cloud technologies.

Required Skills:

  • Strong experience in computer vision, including image classification, object detection, segmentation, OCR, and deploying vision-based models into production environments.
  • Strong proficiency in machine learning systems, with extensive experience in scalable model deployment, feature engineering, and ML operations.
  • Solid backend development skills with the ability to build robust, scalable systems that support ML workloads.
  • Advanced Python programming skills for machine learning, data processing, and backend development.
  • Deep expertise in Generative AI technologies, including LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI application development.
  • Strong experience with PostgreSQL for data storage, querying, and database optimization.
  • Proficiency with Databricks for big data processing, collaborative ML development, and pipeline orchestration.


Preferred Expertise:

  • Working knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for deploying and managing ML infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) for cloud-based ML solutions.
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure for enterprise-scale ML deployments.

UP.Labs Summary:

We build high-growth technology startups that enable faster, cleaner, and safer movement of people and goods. Our vision is to transform the moving world by pairing leading corporations and entrepreneurs with a proven methodology for launching and scaling software and hardware companies.
We work with corporate investors over a multi-year period to launch a portfolio of mobility-focused ventures. Our team is dedicated to the first year of a new venture’s life cycle, from ideation to minimum viable product build (and beyond) to recruiting and hiring the full-time team who will scale the business.

Location: Remote

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