> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3039076-machine-learning-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3039076-machine-learning-engineer). 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 - **Company:** Robert Half - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $145,600.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Software Architecture, Tensorflow, SQL Databases, Large Language Models, Pyspark, Scikit Learn, Data Analytics, Machine Learning Operations, Data Pipelines, Docker - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3401618801&tx=JP10801LFU&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role Required Skills & Qualifications * Strong proficiency in Python, including PySpark * Solid understanding of software architecture principles * Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks such as Scikit-learn * Strong foundation in statistics, probability, and algorithm design * Experience with SQL, data modeling, and building data pipelines Nice to Have * Experience deploying machine learning models using Docker or similar tools (MLOps) * Familiarity with deploying and working with local large language models (LLMs) ## Description We are seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to support the design, development, and optimization of machine learning solutions for real-world applications. This role focuses on model development, data pipeline construction, and performance evaluation within a collaborative engineering environment., * Design, build, train, and evaluate machine learning and deep learning models for production and analytical use cases * Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines for data collection, cleaning, transformation, and ingestion * Conduct experiments and analyze performance metrics such as accuracy, recall, and AUC * Optimize models for performance, speed, reliability, and scalability * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data-driven solutions ## Related Videos - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [DevOps for Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/179-devops-for-machine-learning) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) ## Related Articles - [What Are Large Language Models?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/304-what-are-large-language-models) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [MLops – Deploying, Maintaining And Evolving Machine Learning Models in Production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/115-mlops-deploying-maintaining-and-evolving-machine-learning-models-in-production) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Best Large Language Models on The Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/319-the-best-large-language-models-on-the-market)