This is a technical role within the newly formed AI platform team. This new team sits within the Telegraph’s wider MarTech team, where alongside our data engineering and science teams, we have successfully delivered projects using AI and
ML for over 7 years.
The role will work in a cross functional manner to deliver the technical implementations that will power the next generation of personalisation for our customers. We’re looking for someone who is excited to have a direct impact on the direction in which we take AI as they will be key in building out a new AI platform to scale with the future ambitions of the business.
The successful candidate will have experience delivering robust serving solutions of ML models in both online and offline environments, with the ability to contribute at all stages of the delivery process. The Telegraph utilises GCP, and all infrastructure will be built on top of this platform. As such, experience working with Vertex as well as other Google products is important for success in this role.
There will be a commitment to support technical upskilling, but the role will require a driven individual that can work proactively on assigned projects. We expect our engineers to solve problems creatively and work collaboratively on data solutions that impact our customers' experiences of our products. As one of the first members
of the team, self motivation will also be important to own end to end solutions.

● Build and maintain high quality solutions to serve ML models in various environments.
● Be involved in the creation of a new, bespoke AI platform that will support future AI initiatives.
● Maintain the company’s data and ML assets at the required quality levels.
● Follow the Agile methodologies implemented in the engineering team.
● Keep to best practices in terms of code quality and design of processes.
● Assist with migrating existing ML projects to the new AI platform.
● Stay up to date with the latest technologies and methodologies and propose improvements to TMG infrastructure.
● Implement and maintain Google AI/ML products and the supporting infrastructure, for products such as Recommendations AI, Gemini.

● Google Cloud Platform (GCP): Proficiency in GCP services, including knowledge of BigQuery, Cloud Storage and Vertex AI
● Understanding of Infrastructure, Architecture and Cloud computing for Data related Platforms, Software and Infrastructure
● Python technical skills:

• Creating REST APIs
• Ability to implement ETL data pipelines in Python

● Advanced SQL & knowledge of relational databases

● At least 2 years of experience in ML related data or software development

● Knowledge of technologies: Git, Docker, Terraform

● Ability to propose, design and implement ML data solutions both in batch and real-time

● Understanding of what is a continuous delivery pipeline and ability to design a process

● Good organisational skills and attention to detail with demonstrated ability to work proactively focusing on priorities across a range of tasks

● Proven creative problem solving skills, and are able to solve complex tasks in novel ways.

Benefits

The nature of our industry means life at the Telegraph Media Group is fast-paced, demanding, and interesting. We also want it to be rewarding for everyone who works here by creating a suite of benefits that contribute to lifestyle choices and leisure activities. From dynamic working opportunities, medical cover, and parental leave (six months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced paternity/partner leave), to life assurance and season ticket loans, you can choose from a range of flexible benefits, designed to support your lifestyle and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Training and development

With support from your manager and colleagues, you’ll also have access to a variety of training and development opportunities through The Academy. Covering a range of personal and professional skills, our courses enable you to develop an enjoyable and rewarding career.

Our commitment to inclusion

At Telegraph Media Group, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are committed to building a team that reflects a wide variety of skills, perspectives and backgrounds. We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

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