We are currently looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join our in-house Data Science team here at Harrods. As custodian of the Data Science Platform, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between data scientists and IT professionals to ensure the smooth deployment, integration, and scalability of machine learning models and systems.
About The Role
In this role you will be involved in: developing and implementing frameworks and practices to standardise and accelerate machine learning development in the team supporting production implementation of machine learning models
ensuring the reliability and efficiency of machine learning operations
managing the machine learning infrastructure
You will also:
- Design, build, and maintain scalable machine learning infrastructure, including data pipelines, model training and evaluation systems, and deployment frameworks.
- Develop and implement monitoring and alerting systems to ensure the health and performance of machine learning models and systems.
- Optimize and fine-tune machine learning models for improved accuracy, scalability, and efficiency.
- Automate and streamline machine learning operations processes, including model deployment, testing, and versions.
About You
We are looking for someone with a solid understanding of software engineering principles and a familiarly of cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud) as well as DevOps principles and tools and version control systems. You will also have an understanding of machine learning concepts and engineering techniques with industry experience in applying them. You should have strong views on how machine learning projects should be standardised and deployed and the drive to implement these approaches within a team.
We are unlikely to consider applicants with purely data science or consulting experience. Experience working with production models or software is far more important to us than experience creating data science from scratch.
- Proficiency in Python Experience with Spark
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to troubleshoot complex issues
About Us
Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.
Our Promise to You
Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business.
In return, you’ll receive an excellent benefits package, including a company pension, flexible working, 25 days’ holiday, and your birthday off, up to 33% in-store discount (including across our food hall and restaurants) and a season ticket loan.
Uniquely You
At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.
While our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you do not meet every desired criteria but feel you have the skills and experience to thrive in this role as well as a genuine interest in working for Harrods and you can demonstrate an alignment with our values, we would encourage you to apply.
If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods
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What We Do
As many lives, generations, cultures and stories pass through our doors, our mission remains unchanged: to serve the needs and aspirations of our customers, to create new stories and bring moments of delight. Whomever they are and wherever they come from, our customers can always expect to be treated with grace, courtesy, and care. #TogetherHarrods
Open since 1834 by Charles Henry Harrod and now owned by Qatar Holding Authority, we are truly unique - a house of maisons, a modern atelier, a workshop of wonders, a convener, patron and celebrator of the world’s finest. Known around the world as one of the great luxury emporiums, we offer a transformative experience to customers who know that true value of exceptional goods and services lies beyond price. We are committed to excellence and artistry, inspired to reinvent and surprise, ensuring our position as a leader in the category.
Our people are our strength - their unique personalities and their desire to exceed expectations are what enables us to make the impossible possible for our customers.
Our customers are at the heart of our success. They’re the reason we exist, and we never forget it. And we’re always looking for new exceptional people who want to connect to them, to delight them and to become part of our story
