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Full-Time

Engineering Leader / Manager

Ray Core

Updated on 10/12/2024

Anyscale

Anyscale

501-1,000 employees

Platform for scaling AI workloads

AI & Machine Learning
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$237k - $284.6kAnnually

+ Stock Options + Healthcare plans + 401k Retirement Plan + Wellness stipend + Education stipend + Paid Parental Leave + Paid Time Off + Commute reimbursement + 100% of in office meals covered

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence.

Category
Engineering Management
Software Development Management
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Experience building core distributed systems
  • Experience leading an open-ended project (Computer Science Systems research background is a plus)
  • Experience with operating data / ML infra in production is a plus
  • Solid engineering management experience leading productive, high-performing teams
  • Managing through other managers is a requirement
  • Record of helping teams scale quickly while maintaining a good culture
  • Experience going from 0-1 as a founder and a great track record of execution
  • Mindset towards achieving results, and excellent prioritization skills
  • Effective communication
Responsibilities
  • Drive the strategy of the Anyscale Ray Core (or Core Runtime) group
  • Drive the execution of Ray Core team’s key projects towards Ray 2.0 and beyond
  • Hiring, team Building: Build a world-class team of distributed systems engineers
  • Focus on building and maintaining a culture of collaboration within the team
  • Communicate your work to a broader audience through talks, tutorials, and blog posts
  • Work closely with our product team to enhance our distributed computing framework
  • Leading the charge in the OSS community to optimize our footprint and user experience
  • Help us to build and shape a world-class company

Anyscale provides a platform designed to scale and productionize artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) workloads. Its main product, Ray, is an open-source framework that helps users efficiently scale AI applications across various fields, including Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and computer vision. Companies, including major players like OpenAI and Ant Group, utilize Ray to train large models and enhance the performance and reliability of their ML systems. Anyscale's platform significantly improves scalability, latency, and cost-efficiency, with some clients experiencing over 90% enhancements in these areas. The company operates on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, allowing clients to subscribe to access Ray and its features, which generates a consistent revenue stream. Anyscale aims to be a key player in the AI and ML market by providing essential tools that help organizations optimize their AI operations.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$259.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-41%

1 year growth

68%

2 year growth

106%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Anyscale's recent $100M Series C funding at a $1 billion valuation indicates strong investor confidence and financial stability.
  • The launch of Anyscale Endpoints and Aviary projects demonstrates the company's commitment to innovation and addressing market needs for scalable AI solutions.
  • Collaborations with industry leaders like Nvidia enhance Anyscale's technological capabilities and market reach.

What critics are saying

  • The 'ShadowRay' vulnerability exposes significant security risks, potentially undermining client trust and operational stability.
  • The competitive landscape in AI and ML is intense, with rivals like OctoML and established cloud providers posing significant threats.

What makes Anyscale unique

  • Anyscale's Ray framework is a widely adopted open-source tool specifically designed for scaling AI applications, setting it apart from more general-purpose platforms.
  • The company's focus on optimizing cost-efficiency and scalability for large AI workloads, including generative AI and LLMs, provides a significant competitive edge.
  • Partnerships with tech giants like Nvidia and clients like OpenAI and Ant Group underscore Anyscale's credibility and effectiveness in the AI and ML space.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401K retirement savings

Flexible time off

FSA and Commuter benefits

Parental and family leave

Office & phone plan reimbursement