Engineer II, Machine Learning

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The Machine Learning Engineer II is responsible for building, testing, and deploying ML based software applications to solve moderately complex internal and customer facing automation problems. As part of the AI & Analytics Innovation Team, this role will work together with engineers and data scientists to rapidly prototype, evaluate, and deploy solution to solve QTS's most demanding automation challenges. The Machine Learning Engineer II will develop ML based software applications that drive operational outcomes for internal teams as well as customers. Additionally, this role will identify ML software issues and recognize/implement additional features for existing software and leverage experience with machine learning model development/deployment, data preparation, and API based system integration.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

• Create high-uptime, high-volume data integration systems (MM datapoints / second) to support AI / Analytics systems

• Build, test, deploy API based systems to connect data silos

• Work collaboratively as part of distributed, fast paced team

• Collaborate with the AI & Analytics team on overall system development / testing / deployment

• Develop and optimize API based integrations to support system interoperability

• Rapidly build python-based prototype systems to vet use case feasibility

• Maintain / update deployed API based systems and infrastructure

• Create unit tests for prototype systems to evaluate prototype feasibility / efficacy

• Build / maintain data aggregation services and systems

• Assist with maintaining current ML Models

• Assist with investigating and developing new ML models related to critical operations

• Assist with development and population of new database structures

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-4 years of hands-on experience in designing / prototyping / deploying production quality software systems OR MS degree in computer science or equivalent.

• Demonstrated record of work ethic, team collaboration, accountability, and holding yourself and your team to higher standards

• Experience with Python application development

• Experience with traditional Machine Learning model development best practices and tools

• Understanding of data analysis and Extract Transform Load (ETL) best practices

• Strong verbal / written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration for microservices based architectures

• Familiarity with critical facilities and environments

• Experience with graph, relational, NoSQL, and time series databases

• Experience with cloud-based application development (AWS / Azure) and application architecture

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain code in production and deploy through modern DevOps pipelines

• Ability to identify and implement new features for existing software systems to enhance business outcomes

• Ability to identify, describe and come up with solutions to identified system deficiencies

TOTAL REWARDS

• This role is also eligible for a competitive bene?ts package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; ?exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company bene?ts.

• This position is bonus eligible.

In accordance with applicable law, the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired remotely. Please note that this information is provided for those hired remotely, and this role is open to remote candidates with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

The estimated pay range for this role is

$78,750.00 - $134,400.00

The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. This role is also eligible for a competitive bene?ts package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; ?exible spending savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; employee assistance program; and other company bene?ts.

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QTS Data Centers was built around the Core Values of Integrity, Character, and Trust. We prioritize family, faith and community involvement while leading with strong, honorable, and principled behavior. We started this journey in 2003 when our CEO, Chad Williams, purchased his first data center in Overland Park, KS. Humble beginnings that have led to 35+ data centers and growing. Recently privatized in a $10 billion transaction with Blackstone, one of the most notable real estate investments companies in the world, QTS is positioned to execute on a global expansion initiative and we are looking for the best and brightest to join our team.

At QTS, we're fearlessly leading the way by redefining what it means to be a data center provider. QTS is entrusted with providing world-class data center solutions to enterprises, government agencies as well as the largest and fastest growing technology companies in the world. We deliver a fully-integrated platform from top to bottom - one enabled by technology and world-class infrastructure. Simply put, we're innovating to stay ahead of the curve.

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In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting

• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible

• Generous PTO Accrual plus additional Paid Volunteer Days

• Paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked

• Pet and Legal Insurance

• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program

• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program

• Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers

• Military Benefits Package

• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program

• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents

• QTS Crisis Fund

• Wellness Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program