Full-Time

Machine Learning Engineer

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Kiddom

Kiddom

51-200 employees

Digital platform for K-12 education tools

Data & Analytics
Education

Compensation Overview

$150k - $200kAnnually

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Hybrid position in San Francisco.

Category
Applied Machine Learning
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
SQL
AWS
Terraform
Cassandra
Snowflake
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience as a data engineer, and 8+ years of software engineering experience (including data engineering).
  • Expertise in using Amazon SageMaker for building, training, and deploying machine learning models.
  • Knowledge of AWS Lambda for serverless execution of code, especially for model inference and lightweight processing tasks.
  • Familiarity with AWS Glue or similar ETL tools (Extract, Transform, Load)
  • Familiarity with Snowflake, RDS, Cassandra database services for structured data storage and querying.
  • Proficiency in using Amazon S3 for data storage and retrieval, especially for large datasets used in machine learning.
  • Knowledge of AWS EC2 for scalable computing resources and ECS for containerized application deployment.
  • Understanding of AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) for managing permissions and security.
  • Familiarity with Amazon Kinesis for real-time data streaming and processing.
  • Skills in preprocessing and transforming raw data into a format suitable for machine learning using DBT
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and practices for automating the deployment and monitoring of machine learning models.
  • Knowledge of AWS CloudWatch and AWS CloudTrail for monitoring model performance and logging events.
  • Proficiency in using AWS CloudFormation or Terraform to manage and provision AWS resources programmatically.
  • Strong programming skills in Python
  • Proficiency in SQL for querying databases and manipulating structured data.
  • Understanding of security best practices in AWS, including data encryption and network security.
  • Knowledge of AWS cost management and optimization strategies to ensure efficient use of resources.
  • Experience in developing and deploying APIs for model inference and interaction with other systems using AWS API Gateway and AWS Lambda.
Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines to transform raw data into analytics-ready datasets.
  • Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency of the data pipelines.
  • Integrate machine learning models into data pipelines to enhance analytics capabilities.
  • Collaborate with data scientists to deploy and monitor ML models in production.
  • Ensure the scalability and reliability of ML workflows and infrastructure.
  • Develop and optimize ML models for predictive analytics and data-driven decision-making.
  • Monitor the data infrastructure for performance bottlenecks and implement optimizations as necessary.
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams to ensure seamless data integration with high availability.

Kiddom provides a digital platform aimed at improving the teaching and learning experience for K-12 educators and school districts. The platform includes tools for curriculum planning, student assignments, assessment, and analytics. It offers both free and premium versions, with the free version providing essential features and the premium version, Kiddom Academy, offering advanced analytics and reporting tools. Schools and districts can subscribe to the premium services for a fee, which allows them to access more comprehensive features for managing educational data. The platform is available on iOS and Android, enabling teachers to plan and assess learning from anywhere. Kiddom's goal is to enhance educational outcomes by providing data-driven insights and improving communication between teachers and students.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$55M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

20%

2 year growth

47%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $35M Series C funding round provides Kiddom with the financial resources to expand its team and accelerate product development.
  • Partnerships with leading curriculum providers and organizations like BetterLesson and Labster enhance the platform's content quality and educational impact.
  • Kiddom's mobile accessibility via iOS and Android apps allows educators to manage curriculum and assessments on the go, increasing user convenience and engagement.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive EdTech market requires Kiddom to continuously innovate to maintain its edge and avoid being overshadowed by larger players.
  • Dependence on partnerships for high-quality content could pose risks if these collaborations face challenges or dissolve.

What makes Kiddom unique

  • Kiddom's freemium model allows widespread adoption by offering essential tools for free while monetizing advanced features through subscriptions, unlike competitors who may not offer free versions.
  • The platform's integration with various learning management systems and student information systems through partnerships with Edlink and others enhances its usability and reach.
  • Kiddom's focus on high-quality, customizable instructional materials and partnerships with renowned curriculum providers like BetterLesson and OpenSciEd sets it apart in the EdTech market.

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