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Senior Machine Learning Scientist - Remote (USA)

Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:Proven experience in working with text data to develop Deep Learning and ML models, including both supervised and unsupervised methods. Familiarity with deep learning applications in other domains such as vision and speech is a strong plus. Solid understanding of the mathematical principles and theories underlying machine learning and deep learning. A background in software engineering with at least 8 years of relevant experience (proficiency in Python, SQL, Unix-based systems, git, and GitHub for collaboration and code review). Experience in Machine/Deep Learning development tools, including experiment tracking frameworks (we utilize AWS SageMaker, Hugging Face, transformers, PyTorch, scikit-learn, Jupyter, Weights & Biases). Knowledge of Language Models, including their use, training, and fine-tuning, along with familiarity with leading industry-standard LM families. A Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, AI, Machine Learning, applied mathematics, or a related field, complemented by relevant industry experience.

About the job

Turnitin is a pioneering force in the global education sector, having collaborated with educational institutions for over two decades to foster honesty, consistency, and fairness across diverse subject areas and assessment types. Our products and services are utilized by more than 16,000 academic institutions, publishers, and corporations worldwide.

At Turnitin, we embrace a remote-first culture as our default working model. We honor local cultures, promote diversity, and respect personal choices. Our headquarters is based in Oakland, with additional offices in Dallas, Pittsburgh, Newcastle (UK), Stockholm (Sweden), Cologne (Germany), and Amsterdam (Netherlands). Our united team of diverse professionals is driven by a common goal to enhance the educational landscape. This remote-first environment ensures that every team member has equal access to learning and career advancement opportunities, allowing us to innovate by recruiting talent from various backgrounds.

Machine Learning is pivotal to our company's ongoing success. Join our dynamic global team of inquisitive, collaborative, and self-sufficient scientists and engineers, all dedicated to creating state-of-the-art Machine Learning systems. You will collaborate closely with product and engineering teams across Turnitin, integrating Machine Learning into an extensive range of learning, teaching, and integrity products.

We are uniquely positioned to leverage Machine Learning for the benefit of countless instructors teaching millions of students globally. Your work will have a far-reaching impact. Billions of papers have been submitted to Turnitin's platform, with hundreds of millions of assessments graded via our Gradescope and Examsoft solutions. Machine Learning drives our AI Writing detection system, automates feedback on student writing, analyzes authorship, transforms assessment design and grading, and plays a vital role in many backend processes.

About Turnitin, LLC

Joining Turnitin means becoming part of a recognized leader in the global education domain. For over 25 years, we've forged partnerships with educational institutions to advocate for integrity, consistency, and fairness in all areas of study and evaluation. With over 21,000 academic institutions, publishers, and corporations utilizing our services—including Feedback Studio, Originality, Gradescope, ExamSoft, Similarity, and iThenticate—you'll play a crucial role in our mission. Experience a remote-centric culture that empowers you to work with intention and accountability in a manner that suits you best, supported by a comprehensive benefits package prioritizing your well-being. Our diverse team is united by a shared mission to transform education. Turnitin operates globally, with team members in over 35 countries, including the United States, Mexico, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, India, and the Philippines.

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