# Software Engineer, ML Platform

**Company:** [Gusto](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/gusto)
**Location:** Denver, CO, New York, NY, San Francisco, CA
**Role:** ML Engineering
**Salary:** $190k – $240k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Python, Ruby, Java, MLOps, Machine Learning, AI, AWS, Cloud Platforms, Data Pipelines, Feature Stores, CI/CD, Automated Testing, Model Deployment, Observability, Ai Frameworks
**Posted:** 2026-08-10

> Build and scale Gusto’s machine learning and AI platform, including MLOps pipelines, model deployment frameworks, infrastructure, and observability. The role requires 5+ years of software engineering experience, proficiency in Python, Ruby, or Java, and experience with ML lifecycle infrastructure and cloud platforms.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Build core components of the ML and AI platform technical roadmap, including MLOps solutions with automated pipelines and standardized processes to build, deploy, run, monitor, debug, and retrain machine learning and AI models.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance frameworks for machine learning model development and deployment.
- Collaborate with ML/AI builders and application owners to determine business requirements and SLAs for API-enabled services.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance infrastructure supporting machine learning services.
- Create deployment patterns for machine learning models with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
- Apply AI tools throughout the engineering workflow and identify opportunities to reduce effort, simplify workflows, and provide proactive guidance.
- Adopt best practices for using AI technologies across technical development.

## Requirements
- 5+ years of software engineering experience.
- Proficiency in Python, Ruby, or Java.
- Experience designing and developing infrastructure and platform services across the machine learning lifecycle, including feature stores, model development, deployment, and observability.
- Experience with at least one major cloud platform; AWS is preferred.
- Curiosity and experimentation with emerging AI frameworks, including evaluating and scaling AI use safely across teams.
- Comfort with AI-assisted development tools and staying current with emerging software development approaches.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Targeted annual cash compensation is $160,000-$200,000 in Denver and $190,000-$240,000 in San Francisco and New York.
- Full-time employees receive benefits and equity (RSUs).
- Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, or New York are expected to work from the office approximately 2–3 days per week or more depending on the role.
- When working outside a Gusto office, employees must maintain a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection.

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