Hiring: Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Technical Lead Company: Paperless Parts Location: Boston, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 15:08:23 Target Skills & Keywords : AI, Chef, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Move, PATs, R, Rocket, SaaS About the job Required Skills: •Step into the role of Technical Lead for our newly formed engineering pod, building the core manufacturing intelligence engine powering the future of Paperless Parts. In this high-leverage role, you will act as the bridge between the art of the possible and high-velocity engineering execution. You will translate cutting-edge models and algorithms into production-grade training pipelines and inference services. •As the technical anchor of a lean, ambitious team, you will drive R&D execution across our entire machine learning lifecycle—from data labeling strategies to low-latency model inference. You will ensure that our approach to computer vision, document intelligence, and predictive modeling is both mathematically rigorous and operationally sound. Qualifications: •Rigorous yet Pragmatic: You possess a deep theoretical grounding in machine learning and artificial intelligence fundamentals, but you are driven by shipping code that solves real-world, industrial problems. You don’t just apply models; you understand the underlying mathematics, optimization functions, and architectural trade-offs. •Mentor & Force Multiplier: You are passionate about teaching and elevating early-career technical talent. You enjoy breaking down complex concepts and foster a culture of engineering discipline and curiosity. •AI Strategist: You understand the trade-offs inherent in technology decisions and think strategically about when to use frontier models, when to train our own, and when to use deterministic solutions. •Collaborative Partner: You seamlessly collaborate with researchers, other engineering teams, and business stakeholders, helping ensure we build the right technology, deploy it scalably, and bring it to market. •Why You'll Love Working Here •R&D Ownership: You will lead the technical execution of a new, highly visible engineering pod tasked with solving some of the toughest geometric and document-processing challenges in tech. •Complex Data & Unique Problems: Our engineering team deals with rich data, including 2D drawings and 3D CAD models. Your work will change what’s possible in manufacturing. •A Culture of Rigor and Velocity: We value intentionality, persistence, and deep technical discipline. You will have the freedom to meld academic-level inquiry with the agility of a fast-scaling startup. •High-Impact Mission: Our platform powers manufacturing for critical industries like aerospace, defense, and medical devices. The models your team deploys directly impact the physical creation of products that move the world forward. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!