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Full-Time

Machine Learning Operations Engineer

Posted on 7/25/2024

Squarespace

Squarespace

1,001-5,000 employees

Website building and hosting platform

Consumer Software
Enterprise Software
Design

Compensation Overview

$110.5k - $178.3kAnnually

+ Equity

Mid

New York, NY, USA

Category
Applied Machine Learning
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
SQL
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 2+ years of experience working in a ML Ops or similar role
  • Strong competency with Python, proficiency with SQL
  • Experience with cloud platforms
  • Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform and Vertex AI is a plus
  • Experience working in a production environment
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Data Scientists, ML Engineers, Site Reliability Engineers, and Product Engineers to identify opportunities and work around constraints to deliver ML systems
  • Deploy, monitor, evaluate, and optimize production machine learning models in 24/7 customer-facing applications
  • Implement scalable and reliable systems to handle model inference at scale
  • Develop and maintain automated pipelines for model training, testing, and deployment
  • Improve CI/CD practices to enable rapid and reliable model updates to speed up iterative learning
  • Respond to alerts and troubleshoot issues related to model deployment and infrastructure
  • Design and develop robust endpoint APIs to enable software engineers across the product to integrate ML APIs into applications
  • Develop, deploy, maintain and extend new technologies to enable and enhance data scientists' capabilities for every step of the ML model life cycle

Squarespace provides a platform for individuals and businesses to create and manage professional websites without needing technical skills. Users can choose from a variety of website templates and utilize tools for e-commerce and marketing, all accessible through a subscription model. This means clients pay a recurring fee to use Squarespace's services, which include hosting and additional features like custom domains and email marketing. Unlike many competitors, Squarespace focuses on an all-in-one solution that caters to a diverse clientele, including small business owners and artists. The company's goal is to empower users to establish their online presence easily while maintaining a supportive work environment for its employees.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$578.5M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2003

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The acquisition by Permira for $6.9 billion indicates strong market confidence and potential for future growth.
  • Squarespace's commitment to employee well-being, including premium benefits and flexible work arrangements, makes it an attractive workplace.
  • The company's continuous innovation, such as new brand campaigns and premium services, enhances its market position and user engagement.

What critics are saying

  • The recent DNS hijacking incidents expose vulnerabilities in Squarespace's domain management, potentially damaging its reputation and customer trust.
  • The transition to a private company under Permira may lead to strategic shifts that could impact employee morale and job security.

What makes Squarespace unique

  • Squarespace offers an all-in-one platform that simplifies website creation and management, making it accessible to users without advanced technical skills, unlike more complex competitors.
  • The company's subscription-based SaaS model ensures a steady revenue stream, allowing continuous investment in platform improvements and customer support.
  • Squarespace's strong focus on design and user experience sets it apart in the crowded website builder market, appealing particularly to creative professionals and small businesses.

Benefits

Health insurance with 100% premium covered for you and your dependent children

Fertility and adoption benefits

Retirement benefits with employer match

Flexible vacation & paid time off

Up to 20 weeks of paid family leave

Equity plan for all employees

$100 per month remote stipend

Education reimbursement

Employee donation match to community organizations

7 Employee Resource Groups across locations

INACTIVE