# Machine Learning Engineer

**Company:** [Hyperbound](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/hyperbound)
**Location:** San Francisco, CA
**Role:** ML Engineering
**Salary:** $260k – $300k/yr
**Skills:** Machine Learning, Open-Source Models, Model Fine-Tuning, Model Deployment, Model Quantization, Model Distillation, On-Device Machine Learning, Evaluation Frameworks, Benchmarking, Regression Testing
**Posted:** 2026-08-28

> Build and operate machine learning models for sales roleplay, scoring, and coaching products, owning the lifecycle from fine-tuning and evaluation through production and on-device deployment. The role emphasizes open-source models, latency and privacy optimization, and rigorous model testing.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Own machine learning models end to end, from training and fine-tuning through production deployment and ongoing operation.
- Fine-tune and deploy open-source models to optimize cost, latency, and capabilities.
- Run models on-device when customer latency or privacy requirements demand it.
- Apply model quantization and distillation tradeoffs for on-device deployment.
- Build evaluation frameworks, benchmarks, and regression suites to measure model changes.
- Develop and ship models supporting roleplay, scoring, and coaching products based on real sales calls.
- Collaborate with founders and engineering on product direction.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation: $260,000–$300,000+ based on experience, plus meaningful equity.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Commuter and parking benefits.
- Unlimited paid time off.
- Free lunch and dinner in the office.

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