[Remote] Machine Learning Lead (LLM)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Blue Rose Research builds data and AI tools that help Democrats win elections. They are seeking a Machine Learning Lead to manage a team of senior data scientists developing ML-driven products for civic leaders and organizations, focusing on infrastructure, model training, and deployment. Responsibilities • Lead a team of senior data scientists focused on fine-tuning large language models, conducting cutting-edge R&D, and building production inference systems • Collaborate with senior leadership to define the team roadmap and align priorities with organizational goals • Lead weekly meetings and standups, keeping the team unblocked and execution moving forward • Provide technical direction across projects using open-weight and off-the-shelf LLMs, as well as other advanced ML techniques • Oversee experimentation, optimization, and data quality to ensure models are accurate, reliable, and production-ready • Foster creative problem-solving and methodological rigor when challenges require custom solutions beyond standard ML approaches • Translate complex model outputs into actionable insights for stakeholders, ensuring technical work drives real-world impact Skills • 1+ years leading data science teams; 6+ years in ML or data engineering • Strong background in applied statistics, model selection, tuning, and evaluation • Proficient in Python, SQL, and modern ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX) • Experienced in building and deploying production ML and deep learning pipelines • Familiar with LLMs, embeddings, agentic workflows, and RAG systems • Comfortable with cloud and DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform) • Skilled in exploratory data analysis and handling imperfect real-world data • Collaborative leader who communicates clearly with technical and nontechnical teams • Mission-driven, curious about civic and political applications of AI, and fosters a positive team culture Benefits • Competitive medical, dental, and health coverage Company Overview • Blue Rose Research helps campaigns make quality strategic decisions by democratizing access to accurate measurement. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job