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[Remote] Principal / Distinguished Engineer, Machine Learning

Work from home Full-time role Hiring

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Netskope is a market-leading cloud security company redefining Cloud, Network, and Data Security. They are seeking a visionary Distinguished Machine Learning Engineer to lead the architecture and deployment of large-scale AI/ML solutions for their Secure Access Service Edge architecture.

Responsibilities

  • Define the AI Transformation Roadmap: Drive the overarching AI/ML technical strategy, ruthlessly prioritizing architectural choices to ensure highly scalable, reliable, and production-grade systems
  • Architect Production-Grade Inference Systems: Design, optimize, and deploy highly scalable AI/ML inference systems, leveraging the latest LLM serving technologies such as vLLM, SGLang, and advanced KV Cache optimization to maximize throughput and minimize latency
  • Lead the End-to-End AI Lifecycle: Collaborate with ML scientists, engineers, and executive stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into industrialized enterprise solutions
  • Establish Rigorous AI Evaluation: Create strict 'Report Cards' for AI models in production, ensuring models are robust, scalable, and well-documented by measuring accuracy, latency, and security relevance before deployment

Skills

  • 12-15+ years of industry experience (or equivalent combination of an Advanced technical degree + experience) in architecting and developing AI/ML solutions, preferably on large-scale security products or services
  • Fluency in the modern AI stack with proven, hands-on experience optimizing cutting-edge LLMs in production environments, with deep knowledge of vLLM, SGLang, and KV Cache optimization
  • Ability to translate complex technical architectures and concepts between CXOs, non-technical stakeholders, and Data Scientists
  • Energetic self-starter with a true startup spirit, demonstrated ability to influence without authority, and the willingness to wear multiple hats to deliver end-to-end solutions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical degree

Benefits

  • Participation in a bonus plan (for non-sales roles)
  • A stock award program
  • A comprehensive health plan
  • Other benefits that can be reviewed at Netskope Benefits site
  • Catered lunches
  • Office celebrations
  • Employee recognition events
  • Social professional groups such as the Awesome Women of Netskope (AWON)

Company Overview

  • Netskope is an IT firm that specializes in real-time security, stopping threats, protecting data, and network management services. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.netskope.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Netskope has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 12 in 2026, 38 in 2025, 70 in 2024, 40 in 2023, 97 in 2022, 96 in 2021, 37 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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