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Senior Machine Learning Engineer

Remote

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BenchSci

BenchSci

201-500 employees

AI-driven platform for preclinical research

Data & Analytics
Hardware
AI & Machine Learning
Biotechnology
Healthcare

Senior, Expert

Remote in UK

Category
Applied Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
AI Research
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Agile
Python
Data Science
Pytorch
SQL
Pandas
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Requirements
  • Minimum 3, ideally 5+ years of experience working as an ML engineer.
  • Some experience providing technical leadership on complex projects.
  • Degree, preferably PhD, in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar area.
  • A proven track record of delivering complex ML projects working alongside high performing ML, data and software engineers using agile software development.
  • Demonstrable ML proficiency with a deep understanding of how to utilise state of the art NLP and ML techniques.
  • Mastery of several ML frameworks and libraries, with the ability to architect complex ML systems from scratch.
  • Extensive experience with Python and PyTorch.
  • Track record of contributing to the successful delivery of robust, scalable and production-ready ML models, with a focus on optimising performance and efficiency.
  • Experience with the full ML development lifecycle from architecture and technical design, through data collection and preparation, model selection, training, fine-tuning and evaluation, to deployment and maintenance.
  • Familiarity with implementing solutions leveraging Large Language Models, as well as a deep understanding of how to implement solutions using Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) architecture.
  • Experience with graph machine learning (i.e. graph neural networks, graph data science) and practical applications thereof.
  • Experience working with Knowledge Graphs, ideally biological, and a familiarity with biological ontologies.
  • Experience with complex problem solving and an eye for details such as scalability and performance of a potential solution.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of software engineering, programming fundamentals and industry experience using Python.
  • Experience with data manipulation and processing, such as SQL, Cypher or Pandas.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Can clearly explain complex technical concepts/systems to engineering peers and non-engineering stakeholders.
  • A growth mindset continuously seeking to stay up-to-date with cutting-edge advances in ML/AI, complimented by actively engaging with the ML/AI community.
Responsibilities
  • Analyse and manipulate a large, highly-connected biological knowledge graph constructed of data from multiple heterogeneous sources, in order to identify data enrichment opportunities and strategies.
  • Work with data and knowledge engineering experts to design and develop knowledge enrichment approaches/strategies that can exploit data within our knowledge graph.
  • Provide solutions related to classification, clustering, more-like-this-type querying, discovery of high value implicit relationships, and making inferences across the data that can reveal novel insights.
  • Deliver robust, scalable and production-ready ML models, with a focus on optimising performance and efficiency.
  • Architect and design ML solutions, from data collection and preparation, model selection, training, fine-tuning and evaluation, to deployment and monitoring.
  • Collaborate with your teammates from other functions such as product management, project management and science, as well as other engineering disciplines.
  • Sometimes provide technical leadership on Knowledge Enrichment projects that seek to use ML to enrich the data in BenchSci’s Knowledge Graph.
  • Work closely with other ML engineers to ensure alignment on technical solutioning and approaches.
  • Liaise closely with stakeholders from other functions including product and science.
  • Help ensure adoption of ML best practices and state of the art ML approaches within your team(s).
  • Participate in various agile rituals and related practices.

BenchSci operates in the biotechnology sector, focusing on preclinical research and development. The company uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to create a detailed map of disease biology, which helps scientists understand existing research and improve their R&D efficiency. Its main product, ASCEND, is a platform that extracts evidence from various data sources to assist scientists in hypothesis generation and risk identification. BenchSci aims to enhance research capabilities and reduce risks, generating revenue by providing the ASCEND platform to research organizations.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$169.7M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-10%

2 year growth

17%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • BenchSci's recent $95 million CAD Series D funding and $40 million investment from Generation Investment Management highlight strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • Recognition as a 2023 Best Workplace for Inclusion and the launch of employee resource groups reflect a positive and inclusive company culture.
  • The launch of ASCEND and new AI tools to map disease biology demonstrate BenchSci's commitment to innovation and improving R&D efficiency.

What critics are saying

  • The recent elimination of 17% of its workforce could indicate financial instability or strategic pivots that may affect employee morale.
  • The competitive landscape in AI-driven biotech solutions is intense, requiring continuous innovation to maintain a leading position.

What makes BenchSci unique

  • BenchSci leverages proprietary AI and machine learning to create a comprehensive map of disease biology, setting it apart from competitors who may not offer such advanced data integration.
  • The ASCEND platform's ability to assist in hypothesis generation, experimental approaches, and risk identification provides a unique, end-to-end solution for preclinical R&D.
  • BenchSci's focus on preclinical research and development, combined with its intuitive enterprise deployment, makes it a specialized tool for scientists and research organizations.

Benefits

Remote-first culture

Equity options

15 days vacation + additional day every year

Unlimited flex time

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Psychotherapist services

Annual Learning & Development budget

Home office set-up budget

Wellness, lifestyle & productivity spending account