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# Principal Machine Learning Engineer

- **Company:** NxT Level
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Big Data, DevOps, Video Game Development, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Node.Js, Pinecone, Backend, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Stable Diffusion, Stream Processing, GPT, Data Pipelines, Golang
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/4847163879

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. An advanced degree focused on AI/ML is a plus.
 * 5+ years of experience developing backend systems, with expertise in Python, Golang, or Node.js.
 * Deep experience with machine learning, model training, and inference workflows, with a focus on real-time, high-performance applications.
 * Experience working with cloud providers (preferably AWS) and DevOps tools such as Kubernetes for managing scalable infrastructures.
 * Proven experience integrating AI models, such as GPT or Stable Diffusion, into production environments.
 * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a track record of delivering production-ready systems.
 * Experience with large-scale data processing frameworks and tools such as Langchain, Pinecone, or Gantry.
 * A passion for video games and deep enthusiasm for innovative game development technologies.

## Description

Our client is seeking a Principal Software Engineer focused on backend development to help us build the infrastructure behind their AI-powered game generation tools. This role will involve the design and development of backend systems, focusing on performance, scalability, and state-of-the-art machine learning integration. You will collaborate with their founders and AI experts to develop and deploy AI-driven features that elevate online multiplayer experiences., * Lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable backend services for machine learning-based video game engines.

 * Create and maintain backend APIs and server-side components to support AI-powered game generation tools.
 * Collaborate with AI teams to integrate advanced machine learning models into game development pipelines.
 * Develop and optimize data pipelines for high-volume, real-time data streaming and machine learning applications.
 * Ensure applications meet high-performance standards and are optimized for reliability in live game environments.
 * Actively participate in the prototyping and iteration of new AI features in a fast-paced, product-driven environment.
 * Lead initiatives to create bespoke training datasets for AI models, ensuring they are effective in real-time gameplay scenarios.