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Senior Machine Learning Engineer

On-site in Barcelona·Added today (last checked 16 Oct)

Dow Jones

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
English: Required
Experience: 2+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Flexible pay plan

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What we're looking for

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related STEM field.
2-4 years of industrial experience in a machine learning engineering, data science or data engineering role.
Strong programming skills in Python and/or another high-level language commonly used in machine learning.
Experience with NLP and Machine Learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., PyTorch, HuggingFace, LangChain, spaCy, NLTK, scikit-learn, etc.).
Experience in developing and managing NLP-focused data infrastructure, including storage, indexing, and retrieval systems.
Proficiency in vector storage, indexing, and graph database technologies for scalable operations in cloud environments.
Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure and services (e.g., AWS, GCP, etc.).
Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes, on cloud-based infrastructure.
Experience with version control systems such as Git.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, and a passion for working as part of a team.

The role

Position: Senior Machine Learning Engineer

Location: Barcelona

Department: Technology

Dow Jones is seeking a skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to join our AI Engineering Team. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining machine learning pipelines and infrastructure, supporting both conventional and GenAI models. You will collaborate with our data scientists to seamlessly integrate various machine learning models, including large language models (LLMs).

As a key team member, you will play a crucial role in operationalizing machine learning solutions to meet our organization's needs and deliver tangible value. You will leverage your strong software engineering skills to develop robust, secure, and scalable production systems, utilizing your expertise in machine learning algorithms and techniques.

What you'll do

Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to integrate ML models into various AI/ML pipelines, covering pre-processing, fine-tuning, and deployment.
Implement optimized data storage and indexing systems for NLP, utilizing advanced database technologies.
Develop tools and frameworks for model training, tuning, and evaluation, ensuring seamless infrastructure integration.
Partner with data scientists and engineers to integrate models into production, leveraging cloud infrastructure as needed.
Monitor and improve model performance for accuracy and efficiency.
Provide ongoing support, troubleshoot issues, and implement updates for ML models.
Build and maintain data processing pipelines for high volumes of structured and unstructured data.
Develop and maintain documentation for all ML infrastructure and support processes.
Stay updated on GenAI, NLP, ML, and IR technologies, incorporating best practices and leveraging cloud infrastructure for efficiency.

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Base Pay Range:-

We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest newsgathering operations globally.

It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance and Dow Jones Newswires. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

Req ID: 55477

About Dow Jones

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, best known for The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch, and professional information services like Factiva and Dow Jones Risk & Compliance. Founded in 1882, the company serves financial, corporate, and media clients worldwide, with a strong focus on data-driven journalism, financial analytics, and risk management solutions. With a workforce of several thousand employees, Dow Jones operates across major financial hubs globally, delivering critical news and data to professionals and consumers.

In Spain, Dow Jones maintains a significant presence, particularly in Barcelona, where it operates a major office focused on editorial, data, and technology roles. The company's Spanish operations are integral to its global risk and compliance data services, as well as product and engineering teams. For international professionals, Dow Jones offers a multicultural work environment, opportunities to work on global products, and a strong emphasis on innovation and data accuracy. The Barcelona office is part of a global network, providing a dynamic setting for career growth in a leading media and information company.

Industry: News and Business Information
Founded: 1882
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: New York, USA
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: dowjones.com

Good to know if you are moving

Dow Jones has a major office in Barcelona, which is a hub for risk and compliance data operations, offering roles in editorial, data, and technology.
The company provides a global work environment with opportunities to collaborate with teams across the US, Europe, and Asia.
International hires may benefit from Spain's growing tech ecosystem and Barcelona's attractive lifestyle, with a mix of local and expat communities.
Dow Jones offers professional development programs and a strong emphasis on data accuracy and innovation, which can be valuable for career growth.
The company supports a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility between office and remote work, which can ease the relocation process.

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