[Remote] Engineering Manager, Machine Learning
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Overstory is tackling the climate crisis by using cutting-edge technology to create a resilient electrical grid. As an ML Engineering Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams of machine learning engineers and data scientists, focusing on delivering high-quality ML-driven product capabilities while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.ResponsibilitiesEnable our Machine Learning and data teams to operate as highly productive, cross-functional teams delivering high-quality ML-driven capabilitiesSupport teams working with satellite imagery and geospatial datasets, balancing experimentation, iteration, and ongoing improvement of existing solutionsGrow the teams by attracting and hiring great Data and ML talentFoster an inclusive, supportive, and caring culture where everyone can do their best workProvide regular 1:1 coaching and feedback to help others thrive, grow, and reach their aspirationsAct as a strategic partner to Product Managers within your domains, ensuring technical decisions balance short- and long-term goalsEnsure the technical approaches within your domains support future product and modelling needsWork closely with other Product, Design and Engineering leaders on strategy, technology, and peopleHelp evolve Data and ML practices and introduce ways of working that improve collaboration, delivery, and learningSkills8+ years of professional experience building ML- or data-driven systems, at least 3 years' experience leading and managing ML or data-focused teamsPassionate about climate and the role technology can play in addressing environmental challengesExperience working in a high-growth scale-up or startup environmentProduct-minded, with the ability to demonstrate meaningful business impact through technologySufficient technical depth in machine learning, data systems, or applied ML to guide teams and challenge decisionsExperience working with python-based ML or data workflows and collaborating closely with data scientistsStrong leadership skills, with a coaching mindset and the ability to support engineers and data scientists at all levelsExcellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional environmentsPassion for learning and staying current with evolving technologies and industry trendsEngineering mindset or background, with experience applying software engineering best practices to data and ML systems (e.g., reproducibility, testing, monitoring, and production deployments)BenefitsCompetitive, location-specific compensation and benefitsFlexible, autonomous and collaborative working environment rooted in trust - we build our work days around our lives, not the other way aroundHome office stipend, coworking and ongoing education budgetsA company culture that genuinely embodies each of our core valuesTo be part of truly mission-driven work that reduces wildfires, protects earth’s natural resources and helps solve our climate crisisWe gather once a year in-person for our unforgettable team gathering eventWe also offer the option to occasionally meet up for in-person collaborationCompany OverviewOverstory is AI-powered grid resilience software that helps electric utilities prevent wildfires and power outages. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NLD, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.overstory.com.