Staff Machine Learning Engineer (US)

Why join us?

Handoff is the AI agent that runs a construction company. We help remodelers automate estimating, streamline operations, and win more work - backed by real-time cost data, intuitive design, and workflows that “speak contractor.” With over 10,000 monthly active users and $6B in annualized project volume already flowing through our platform, we’re becoming the trusted partner for the people who build our homes.

We are backed by $25M+ raised from Y Combinator, Sequoia, Initialized, and Greycroft. Our team is distributed across hubs in Austin, São Paulo, and Buenos Aires, and we are deeply focused on building intuitive, high-impact solutions that make a real difference for our users.

Staff AI/ML Engineer at Handoff

As a Staff AI/ML Engineer you have a strong foundation in machine learning and the adaptability to tackle diverse challenges. As a generalist on our team, you will focus on solving real-world business problems by leveraging advanced machine learning techniques and proprietary datasets. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions.

What you'll do

• Apply traditional and modern ML techniques to build solutions that address key business challenges, such as enhancing estimate accuracy or streamlining AI agent features.
• Identify and implement the most effective ML tools and approaches, ensuring alignment with both immediate project goals and broader business needs.
• Establish evaluation frameworks to measure and improve the effectiveness of deployed models, iterating based on results to achieve reliable outcomes.
• Work closely with engineering, product, and other stakeholders to integrate ML solutions seamlessly into production, ensuring scalability, reliability, and user-centric design.
• Keep abreast of advancements in both computer vision and machine learning research, adopting promising methods to enhance our capabilities.

About You

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in machine learning, with a proven ability to apply techniques across domains like NLP, computer vision, and predictive analytics.
• Proficiency in foundational ML tools: Pandas , NumPy , OpenCV , and scikit-learn .
• Experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch .
• Hands-on experience with data engineering tools (e.g., SQL, Apache Airflow) for building pipelines.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) for deploying ML solutions.
• A team player who communicates effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and success in delivering impactful solutions.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively with proprietary datasets to unlock innovative solutions.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary + Equity
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care FSA (DC FSA)
• Relocation Allowance
• Top-Notch Equipment - Choose your laptop!
• Team Offsites Around the World – In 2024, we gathered in Poland, Mexico, and Florida - where to next?

If you’re excited about solving complex problems with AI and ML and want to be part of a team that values innovation, product impact, and technical excellence, we’d love to hear from you!