Machine Learning Engineer

Retro develops therapies for diseases driven by aging biology, focusing on cellular reprogramming and autophagy to add 10 years to healthy human lifespan.
$170,000 - $250,000
Machine Learning
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
11 - 50 Employees
3+ years of experience
AI · Biotech · Healthcare
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Description For Machine Learning Engineer

Retro is pioneering the development of therapies targeting age-related diseases through innovative approaches in cellular reprogramming and autophagy. As a Machine Learning Engineer on our hybrid Applied AI team, you'll be at the forefront of merging cutting-edge AI/ML models with wet lab methodologies to accelerate longevity therapeutics discovery.

The role demands an experienced professional with 3-6 years of intensive research experience or a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related fields. You'll be instrumental in pushing the boundaries of biological foundation models, working with various modalities including protein and DNA language models. Your responsibilities will include translating complex datasets into actionable modeling problems and collaborating closely with wet lab teams to validate model-designed sequences.

We're seeking candidates who combine technical excellence with strong communication skills. You should have deep expertise in machine learning algorithms, experience with sequence and structure databases, and proficiency in Python and PyTorch. The position offers competitive compensation ($170,000-$250,000) plus equity, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about extending healthy human lifespan through AI applications in biotechnology. You'll be joining a diverse, collaborative team that values rapid iteration, transparency, and versatility. The role offers the unique chance to directly impact experimental results and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries in longevity therapeutics.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Machine Learning Engineer

  • Research and push the boundaries of biological foundation models across multiple modalities
  • Translate internal and public datasets into tractable modeling problems and biologically relevant evals
  • Analyze and communicate findings and progress to internal teams and collaborators
  • Collaborate with wet lab applied AI members to test model-designed sequences in the lab

Requirements For Machine Learning Engineer

Python
  • Ph.D. (Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or related) or equivalent 3-6 years of intensive, relevant research experience
  • Deep understanding of machine learning and deep learning algorithms
  • Experience working with widely used sequence and structure databases
  • Proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks like PyTorch
  • Showcases of technical leadership with scientific achievements
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits For Machine Learning Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Education Budget
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
  • 401(k) plan with 4% matching
  • Unlimited time off and 10 company holidays per year
  • Paid parental leave
  • Annual learning & development stipend
  • Daily company-sponsored lunch and snacks

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