Machine Learning Engineer Lead

  • All Posting Locations: Toronto, ON, CA
  • Job Functions: IT
  • Date Published: November 10, 2024
  • Ref#: R-86561

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About the Role

Job Description

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.

*Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

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Machine Learning Engineer Group Lead at a glance

The Machine Learning Engineering role is the backbone for the models that drive advanced analytics insights. The role will be responsible for ensuring that the Machine Learning models get the right data at the right time to deliver correct result.  This role works closely with the Data Scientist, Cloud and Data Engineering organization new solution development and operations. This role helps to maximize the ROI on data and technology by enabling ML Models to be scale, maintaining models, and assisting in development of ML models.

What's on the menu?

  • Lead, manage and develop the ML Engineering group in the Toronto office
  • Responsible for the internal and external labor applied to ML Engineering projects.
  • Manage the ML engineering budget and estimation process.
  • Implement machine learning algorithms and customized libraries
  • Assist Data Science team with development of complex tools, models or database builds
  • Collaborate with data engineers and data scientists to develop data and model pipelines
  • Improve existing Machine Learning models

Recipe for Success: Apply now if this sounds like you!

  • I have an understanding of the major modelling techniques are how to apply them (Linear and Logistics Regression, Bayesian, Time series, Confidence interval, Deep Learning etc.)
  • I have experience in managing technical teams delivering and supporting analytical capabilities.
  • I have experience supporting ML models in a production cloud environment (Azure experience preferred)
  • I have “hands-on” experience with analytical tools (preferably AzureML, Vertex, SageMaker, Snowflake, DataBricks, Tableau, Alteryx, SQL, Python, and/or R)
  • I have working knowledge on LLM operations (including fine tuning and grounding techniques) and prompt engineering best practices
  • I have strong experience developing CI/CD pipelines
  • I am fluent in version control tools and practices (Github, Azure DevOps).

Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared upon interview.

 

We hope to find you a seat at our table!

Location(s)

Toronto – Queen’s Quay – Headquarters

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

Digital at Kraft Heinz

The
Builders

Our Digital team empowers every aspect of our business.

Discovering what’s next in food using Python, Azure ML and Alteryx. Building and designing apps. Improving our supply chain.

We’re bringing agility to beloved brands across the globe — making life delicious for our customers and communities, today and tomorrow.

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HR at Kraft Heinz

The
Facilitators

People are what makes Kraft Heinz great. Today. And tomorrow.

In Human Resources, we’re finding and developing great talent to continue our legacy. We’re here for every colleague, for their performance and their wellbeing.

Together, we’re helping everyone to grow their own way.

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Manufacturing at Kraft Heinz

The
Makers

Our Manufacturing team is a fully-integrated end-to-end supply chain. We’re the backbone of Kraft Heinz. The people behind the products, delivering the highest quality and value.

Whether you’re a seasoned manufacturing veteran or new to the world of plants, there’s tons of opportunity for career growth and development.

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Marketing at Kraft Heinz

The
Strategizers

Our Marketing team are the voice of our consumers. Connecting the right people, to the right products, with the right messages and campaigns.

We’re the architects of category growth, making sure our brands are front and center — winning the battle for attention in the minds of people everywhere.

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R&D at Kraft Heinz

The
Creators

Our Research and Development team creates high-quality products that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Innovation is what gets us up in the morning!

Whether you want to develop your technical skills or grow as a people manager, there’s a place for you here to advance your career.

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Sales at Kraft Heinz

The
Connectors

Our Sales team drives multibillion dollar distribution strategies. And we do this across channels and across the whole world!

We thrive wherever consumers can meet iconic and innovative brands — in retail, on-trade, and B2B. We’re the closest people to our customers, getting our products to the right people, in the right places.

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Hear from
our people

“Kraft Heinz doesn’t just talk about their values, they live it every day.”

Traci
Senior Customer Sales Manager

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Hear from
our people

“The best is yet to come at Kraft Heinz. I’ve experienced the launch of a new purpose, new vision and values. Now I’m seeing all of those things truly take shape and that is very exciting.”

Michael
Associate Director Pension

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Hear from
our people

“The best thing about working at Kraft Heinz are the benefits and opportunities for growth and career development.”

Manetta
Talent acquisition Specialist

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About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage.  Our emerging and iconic food and beverage brands deliver the best taste, fun, and quality to every table we touch. Worldwide.

We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. Consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress. As we drive innovation company-wide.

Our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We believe in being good humans — working to improve our company, communities, and planet.

We’re proud of where we’ve been and even more thrilled about where we’re headed as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our iconic and nostalgic brands.

Good isn’t good enough. We choose greatness every day by making bold decisions and challenging what’s ordinary. All while celebrating our wins – and failures – as we work together to transform the future of food.

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