MLOps Tech Lead

We are seeking a Tech Lead with over 6 years of professional experience in software development to work with ML Ops Projects. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in software engineering principles, software architecture design and best practices, with solid knowledge of OOP fundamentals. As a MLOps Tech Lead you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions, leading the team in charge of the MLOps delivery for critical projects that run globally. 

This position is to work in Machine Learning related projects. We are looking for someone with experience in Data Pipelines (ideally focused on ML workloads) and/or complex microservices architectures.  

• Design, scalable software solutions with a focus on quality, performance, and maintainability.  

• Lead software architecture decisions, ensuring the design aligns with business requirements and technical standards.  

• Collaborate with Research Leads and Product Owners to gather requirements, design MLOps pipelines and coordinate the software delivery that adds value to the business. 

• Create and maintain documentation for the initiatives the team is participating in. 

• Perform code reviews, mentor other developers, and promote best practices in software development.  

• Be accountable for the tech debt of the systems supported. 

• 6+ years of professional experience in software development.  

• 2+ years of experience leading teams and projects. 

• Strong foundation in software engineering principles and architecture.  

• Proficiency in design software architecture and data pipelines. 

• Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., *Azure, AWS, GCP).  

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.  (SAFE is a plus) 

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.  

Nice to Have  

• Experience with Python and/or Machine Learning projects 

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Github Actions) and DevOps practices.  

• Knowledge of testing frameworks and test automation.  

• Experience working in with data transformations (pandas, spark, arrow, databricks).  

• Competitive salary based on experience and skills.  

• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work.  (The team meets at the office 1/ 2 per month) in Madrid or Valladolid.

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.  

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.  

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Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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