Machine Learning Operations Engineer

🇺🇸 Irvine, CA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $97K - $182K 💻 Software Engineering 🗓️ April 18th, 2026

Python Docker Jupyter

Edtech.com's Summary

University of California, Irvine is hiring a Machine Learning Operations Engineer to support regional research projects by managing Linux servers and developing machine learning analyses using Python and R. The role involves building and deploying ML pipelines, maintaining infrastructure, and collaborating on scientific documentation and training materials.

Highlights

Set up, administer, and secure on-premises and cloud-based Linux servers.
Develop and test machine learning models and analyses, including pipelines with large language models and CUDA technology.
Package analyses into research products such as Jupyter notebooks, Python/R packages, and Docker containers.
Deploy ML pipelines into production environments supporting UCI Health research and operations.
Develop testing and monitoring tools, including regression tests and performance dashboards.
Maintain and debug full-stack ML pipelines from hardware to user interface components.
Collaborate on scientific writing, training materials, IRB documents, manuscripts, and grant proposals.
Supervise and support lab members and students working on server infrastructure.
Requires experience with Linux server deployment and security, 2-3 years professional experience, and a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Salary range: $97,000 to $182,200 per year, with comprehensive benefits offered.