Machine Learning Specialist

#hiring Machine Learning Specialist Apply here: [Upgrade to PRO to see link] Join Toptals Elite Network of Freelance TalentToptal is an exclusive network of the worlds top freelance software developers, designers, finance experts, product managers, and project managers. As one of the fastest-growing fully remote networks globally, we empower professionals to thrive in their freelance careers while working with leading companies around the world.About the ClientOur client is a Japanese semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, known for its commitment to quality.Role: Senior MLOps Engineer/Architect We are seeking a Senior MLOps Engineer / Architect to lead the design, development, and validation of scalable MLOps workflows. In this role, you will collaborate closely with developers, data scientists, and product teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and production-grade machine learning systems.ResponsibilitiesDesign, validate, and implement robust MLOps pipelines.Ensure reproducibility, scalability, and efficiency across the ML lifecycle.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align workflows with business and technical goals.Establish standards for model validation, deployment, and monitoring.Contribute to CI/CD practices for machine learning models.Monitor deployed models and maintain performance over time.Key Skills & TechnologiesProgramming: PythonMLOps & ML Pipeline DevelopmentTools & Orchestration: MLflow, Kubeflow, Airflow, or similarCI/CD: Git, Jenkins, Docker, KubernetesModel Lifecycle Management: Validation, deployment, monitoring, retrainingMust have: Bachelors or Masters Degree in Data Science or related fieldAdditional DetailsTime-zone: 4 hours of overlap with Tokyo, JapanType: Full-time contractDuration: 12+ monthsRemote: Yes