> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2003776-machine-learning-engineer-ii-logistics-ai](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2003776-machine-learning-engineer-ii-logistics-ai). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Machine Learning Engineer II, Logistics AI - **Company:** Instacart - **Location:** Rochester, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Deep Learning, Backend, Keras, Pandas, Scikit Learn, Optimization Algorithms, Xgboost, Dynamic Data - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5528362953 ## About the Role * Have a graduate degree (masters or PhD) in artificial intelligence, machine learning, operations research or equivalent self study and experience * Have strong programming skills in Python and fluency in data manipulation (SQL, Pandas) and Machine Learning (scikit-learn, XGBoost, Keras/Tensorflow) tools * Have strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability * Are a strong communicator who can collaborate with diverse stakeholders across all levels, * Have 1-2 years of industry experience using machine learning to solve real-world problems with large datasets * Knowledge of deep learning frameworks and methodologies * Experience in applying machine learning and optimization techniques to solve marketplace problems ## Description As a Machine Learning Engineer, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with senior engineers and product leaders as part of your team. Together, you'll develop and enhance Instacart's marketplace systems. You will use machine learning to devise and refine solutions in crucial areas such as routing optimization, pricing, dispatch, and mapping. You will actively contribute to initiatives, assisting in all stages from the initial concept, through prototyping and experimentation, to final implementation. About the Team: The Logistics AI group is responsible for the intelligence and execution behind Instacart's fulfillment system. The team optimizes a multi-sided marketplace to ensure customers get their orders on-time and in high quality, shoppers get efficient and fulfilling work, and retailers and consumer brands get reasonable business. The team tackles hard problems in a variety of spaces, such as matching, pricing, and geospatial, as well as foundational problems executing on a high throughput system with dynamic data. About the Job: * Design, develop, and deploy machine learning solutions to tackle practical challenges in the marketplace. * Collaborate closely with product managers, data scientists, and backend engineers to deeply understand business needs and create impactful ML/AI applications. * Actively engage with diverse stakeholders to ensure that solutions are well-integrated and aligned with business goals. * Push the envelope on our operational efficiency by continually refining and advancing our algorithms and models. ## Related Videos - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Advanced Typing in TypeScript](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/496-advanced-typing-in-typescript) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [What Are Large Language Models?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/304-what-are-large-language-models) - [MLOps – What’s the deal behind it?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/125-mlops-what-s-the-deal-behind-it) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)