loanDepot is looking for Senior Applied AI Engineer (Software Engineering).

LoanDepot

Hybrid Actively hiring
Irvine · Scottsdale · Chandler · Southfield · Plano Posted 84 days ago $170,000$233,000 / year

At a glance

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TL;DR

As a senior technical leader at loanDepot, you will drive the design and deployment of advanced AI solutions to tackle complex business challenges. You will serve as an internal expert in applied AI, shaping the organization’s strategic direction and influencing cross-functional teams to maximize the impact of AI initiatives. Your daily responsibilities include developing machine learning models that meet enterprise requirements, optimizing their performance for scalability and reliability, and establishing robust data pipelines for continuous monitoring. Key technologies and tools you’ll work with include Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Docker, Kubernetes, and MLflow, while also staying abreast of emerging AI trends to maintain a competitive edge. With experience in large language models, generative AI, and cloud platforms like Azure or AWS, you will contribute to open-source projects and deliver high-impact solutions that align with responsible AI practices.

Skills

Python PyTorch TensorFlow Azure AWS GCP Docker Kubernetes MLflow MLOps C# Java JavaScript C C++ Machine Learning Algorithms Deep Learning Architectures Transformers Edge AI Federated Learning Real-time Inference Systems

What you'll do

  • Designs and develops advanced AI solutions to address complex business challenges.
  • Oversees the development and deployment of machine learning models into production.
  • Establishes robust data pipelines for training, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring of AI systems.
  • Champions responsible AI practices by embedding fairness, transparency, and security in all solutions.
  • Guides cross-functional teams to identify high-impact opportunities for AI integration.

What we're looking for

  • Over 5 years of technical engineering experience with Python, C#, Java, or JavaScript
  • At least 2 years of hands-on experience in machine learning frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow
  • Proven success delivering large-scale ML/AI applications on cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
  • Strong understanding of ML algorithms and deep learning architectures
  • Experience applying LLMs, generative AI, or OSS agent-based frameworks to business solutions
  • Advanced degree in AI, ML, Data Science, or related field
  • Familiarity with MLOps practices and tools for scalable AI/ML deployments

Market check

Salary context

This $170,000–$233,000 range sits above 51% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$158,400$237,600

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$162,000$236,037

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About LoanDepot

loanDepot is a retail mortgage lender and real estate services company providing home purchase loans, refinances, and home equity products to consumers across the United States. Industry: Mortgage Lending & Real Estate Finance

LoanDepot currently has 9 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $138,000–$190,500 across 8 roles with salary data.

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