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# Senior Python Developer- AI/ML at Sustainable Talent

- **Company:** Sustainable Talent
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA
- **Posted:** 2025-01-31
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sustainabletalent/jobs/4523945005

## Job description

Location: San Francisco, Bay Area, CA Employment Type: Contract

## About Us

Sustainable Talent provides flexible workforce solutions, connecting top-tier talent with leading global organizations. We partner with some of the world’s most innovative companies to help them scale their teams with the right expertise. This opportunity is with one of our global high-tech clients, a leader in AI-driven technology and digital transformation. Our client is at the forefront of artificial intelligence, leveraging cutting-edge data science and machine learning to solve complex challenges.

## About the Role

Our client is seeking a Python Developer to develop and optimize applications that support machine learning and data science initiatives. You’ll work on building scalable data pipelines, deploying AI models, and ensuring performance and efficiency in production environments. Collaboration with data scientists and cross-functional teams will be key to transforming research into real-world solutions. If you’re passionate about AI, cloud technologies, and writing clean, efficient code, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge innovation.

## What You’ll Do

- Develop and optimize Python-based applications that support data science and machine learning initiatives.
- Implement and deploy machine learning models using TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn.
- Design and build scalable data pipelines to preprocess and transform large datasets for AI/ML applications.
- Work closely with data scientists to translate research into production-ready ML solutions.
- Develop predictive analytics and deep learning solutions to enhance business intelligence and decision-making.
- Ensure model performance optimization and scalability in production environments.
- Integrate ML models into cloud-based platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and microservices architectures.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented Python code following software engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and improve AI-driven products.

## What We’re Looking For

- 7+ years of software engineering experience with a strong focus on Python development.
- Expertise in machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn.
- Proficiency in data manipulation and processing libraries (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy).
- Strong understanding of predictive analytics, deep learning, and AI model development.
- Hands-on experience with big data processing technologies, including Spark, Hadoop, or Databricks.
- Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and MLOps best practices.
- Experience working with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or NoSQL databases.
- Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
- Experience with API development and integrating AI models into scalable applications.
- Proficiency in JavaScript and front-end frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular) is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Why Join Us?

- Work with a global high-tech AI-driven company leading in data science and machine learning.
- Engage in high-impact AI/ML projects that drive innovation and business intelligence.
- Competitive salary and career growth opportunities.
- We offer full benefits, flexible PTO, and amazing company culture!
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that fosters creativity and excellence.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Senior Python Developer passionate about AI, machine learning, and data-driven innovation, we want to hear from you!

Apply today by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Sustainable Talent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

## About Sustainable Talent

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Sustainable Talent designs and operates enterprise-grade contractor workforce programs for Fortune 500 and high-growth companies, combining operational expertise with its proprietary TalentOS platform.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped/Backed by partners; no disclosed funding round)
- **Headquarters**: Miami, Florida, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Stephanie Rodis (CEO & Founder)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Workforce Infrastructure, Business Consulting & Services, HR Technology
- Target customers: Enterprise procurement, global operations leaders, and high-growth organizations (B2B). Client roster includes Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, Ford, Uber, and MongoDB.
- Mission or purpose statement: “Contractor programs have become fragmented… Specialized talent deserves operational discipline and structured support. Organizations should not choose between velocity and governance.”

## Products & Services
- **Contractor Program Management (Service)**: End-to-end ownership of contractor lifecycle—sourcing, W2 employment, global compliance, onboarding, payroll, and program oversight. Operates across 150+ countries.
- **Legal & Technical Specialists (Service)**: Vetted network of elite contractors deployed in AI, cloud, security, product, and engineering roles at top-tier clients.
- **TalentOS (SaaS/Platform)**: A real-time command center providing structured visibility into contractor performance, compliance status, and global workforce footprint for leadership, procurement, HR, and finance.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private, bootstrapped)
- **Key Metric**: 100% contractor compliance across global programs; 100% year-over-year enterprise client retention; 98.5% client satisfaction score; 4.8/5 Glassdoor rating (32 reviews)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by ADP TotalSource and Deel; trusted by Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, Ford, Uber, MongoDB.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew +57.1% year-over-year to 15 employees; 32,000+ LinkedIn followers (+12.7% YoY); enterprise clients across 150+ countries; expansion of TalentOS platform.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Differentiated operating model**: Not a transactional staffing firm—they build and run structured contractor programs with dedicated “operators,” not just software or agencies.
- **Governance-first approach**: 100% compliance and audit-ready controls across compliance, finance, and risk; “tools are not the operating model.”
- **Top-tier client validation**: Proven at scale with some of the world’s most demanding companies (Nvidia, Ford, Uber, MongoDB, Microsoft, Amazon).
- **TalentOS platform**: Combines automation (EOR/PEO integrations with Deel, ADP, BambooHR, Greenhouse) with human accountability for a unique one-view leadership dashboard.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling the “operating standard” for global contractor programs, bridging the gap between velocity and governance.
- Deepening AI, autonomous vehicles, and cloud engineering talent pipelines (evidenced by current job postings for AI safety engineers, ML engineers, and autonomous vehicle test engineers).
- Expanding TalentOS as a standalone governance and visibility tool for procurement and finance leaders.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as “operational discipline over shortcuts,” “ownership and accountability,” “mutual respect for consultants and clients.” Employees rate culture 4.7/5 on Glassdoor.
- **Work environment**: Global remote-friendly with roles in Santa Clara, San Francisco, Boston, Austin, London, and remote; contractor network operates flexibly. Office hub in Miami, FL.
- **Notable perks**: Contractors are treated as “long-term partners” with structured onboarding, dedicated operational support, and transparent expectations. Internal team is lean and high-impact—only ~15 core employees serving a massive client base.
- **Who thrives there**: “Operators who value structure, ownership, and impact”; not for those seeking transactional staffing work.

## Sources
1. [Sustainable Talent Website](https://www.sustainabletalent.com/)
2. [Sustainable Talent About Page](https://www.sustainabletalent.com/about/)
3. [Sustainable Talent Careers Page](https://sustainabletalent.com/careers)
4. [LinkedIn Company Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustainabletalent)
5. [Greenhouse Jobs Board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sustainabletalent)

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