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Forward Deployed Machine Learning Engineer

Cloudflare runs one of the world's largest networks powering millions of websites and Internet properties, providing protection and acceleration without hardware or software changes.
Machine Learning
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Job Description

Cloudflare is seeking a Forward Deployed Machine Learning Engineer to join their Emerging Technologies & Incubation (ETI) department, specifically working on Workers AI - Cloudflare's AI inference service. This role combines technical expertise in AI/ML with customer-facing responsibilities, making it an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about both generative AI and customer success.

The position is part of the Workers AI team, which manages the entire stack powering Cloudflare's AI inference service. This service enables customers to utilize various AI models within Cloudflare's Workers development platform and via API. The role requires a unique blend of technical skills in AI model deployment, optimization, and debugging, along with strong customer interaction capabilities.

As a Forward Deployed ML Engineer, you'll work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and practical business applications, helping customers bring their AI applications to life. You'll be responsible for everything from model packaging and deployment to optimization and troubleshooting, while working with a diverse team of technically skilled professionals who share a passion for generative AI.

Cloudflare offers a unique environment where you'll be part of a company that not only drives technological innovation but also maintains a strong commitment to building a better Internet. The company's initiatives like Project Galileo, the Athenian Project, and 1.1.1.1 demonstrate their dedication to protecting the free and open Internet while maintaining user privacy.

This role offers the opportunity to work with a rapidly growing company that values diversity, inclusiveness, and continuous learning, making it ideal for someone who wants to make a significant impact in the AI/ML space while working with enterprise customers.

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Responsibilities For Forward Deployed Machine Learning Engineer

  • Help customers package and deploy models for Workers AI
  • Add new open-source models to the Workers AI model catalog
  • Optimize model deployment and performance
  • Debug customers' generative AI applications

Requirements For Forward Deployed Machine Learning Engineer

Python
  • Experience deploying generative AI models using popular open source libraries and inference engines (transformers, vllm, sglang)
  • Comfortable with image generation pipelines including using diffusers library and comfyUI
  • Experience implementing and optimizing generative AI models in pytorch
  • Familiarity with popular application frameworks such as LangChain and Cloudflare agents
  • Experience working directly with customers to meet their requirements

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