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Machine Learning / Data Science Engineer

CaptechOak Park, ILL7 ManagerSeptember 15th, 2026
Overview In this role, you will design and deploy data-driven ML solutions for enterprise clients, contributing to scalable, production-ready systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into analytics-driven approaches and to grow CapTech’s ML and Data Science practices. You’ll work across data platforms and cutting-edge AI techniques, delivering measurable impact for diverse industries. This position offers a path to lead client engagements, drive proposals, and mentor junior engineers while advancing your expertise in AI at scale. Compensation / BenefitsLearning & Development programsModern Health mental health platformFringe benefits stipendCarrot Fertility coverage401(k) matchingflexible work arrangements ResponsibilitiesStrategize with client teams to implement end-to-end ML solutions and explore new ML approachesDecompose client needs into data-driven processes and analytical measuresAnalyze and transform large datasets on enterprise data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Design, develop, and deploy advanced analytical solutions (e.g., recommender systems, NLP, risk scoring)Productionize ML systems focusing on optimization and scalability to meet client requirementsGrow ML & DS practices by delivering client presentations, writing proposals, and leading junior teams Key requirementsBachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceHands-on experience with large-scale data (multi-billion records)Proficiency in Python, Scala, or similar languagesProficiency with SQL, Spark, NoSQL, and cloud data processing frameworks in productionExperience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and microservicesExperience with data warehousing tools (Snowflake, Databricks, Azure SQL, Amazon RDS)Experience building production-scale ML systems in domains like personalization, NLP, or computer visionKnowledge of DevOps, statistics, model management/versioning, and prompt engineering for LLMsCollaboration across cross-functional teamsStrong communication and client-facing presentation abilitiesMentorship and leadership of junior colleaguesPythonScalaSQL