As a Staff Software Engineer on the ML Platform team at CNN, you will design and build the foundational infrastructure that enables rapid experimentation and scaled deployment of diverse model architectures for CNN’s Machine Learning and AI Systems teams. Your responsibilities include leading the migration to Outerbounds-managed Metaflow, establishing comprehensive observability across all ML products, designing a unified registry system for models and applications, and evolving the feature resolution framework into a robust platform. You will work closely with ML engineers, data engineers, and AI Systems engineers to ensure reliable infrastructure and self-service tooling that accelerates team productivity. Essential skills include deep expertise in distributed systems, proficiency in Python and at least one other language like Go or Java, and experience with cloud infrastructure and IaC tools such as AWS and Terraform.
Design and own infrastructure for ML and AI Systems teams.
Lead architectural decisions on orchestration, serving, observability, and experimentation.
Build self-service tooling to enable ML practitioners to move from prototype to production independently.
Establish engineering standards for reliability, cost governance, and operational excellence in ML/AI infrastructure.
Design and operate a unified registry system for ML models and AI applications.
Evolve the feature resolution framework into a robust platform for content types and events.
What we're looking for
8+ years of experience building production infrastructure or platform systems
Deep expertise in distributed systems and shipping highly available, low-latency infrastructure
Strong proficiency in Python and at least one language from Go, Java, or C++
Expertise with cloud infrastructure and IaC, particularly AWS and Terraform
Experience leading complex platform projects from concept to production
Proven ability to collaborate deeply with teams using the platform
Passion for mentoring engineers and driving professional development
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About Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery is a global media and entertainment company operating a broad portfolio of iconic content and brands including Warner Bros. film studio, HBO, CNN, Discovery Channel, and Max streaming service. Industry: Media & Entertainment
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