Principal Member of Technical Staff, AI

Job Description: Job Title: Principal Member of Technical Staff, AI Operating Company : Environmental Solutions Group Location: Austin,TX Reports to: Senior Director, Business Process & Digital Systems Department: Information Technology POSITION SUMMARY: The Principal Member of Technical Staff, AI serves as a senior technical leader responsible for driving the architecture, development, and deployment of advanced artificial intelligence solutions across Environmental Solutions Group. This role blends deep technical expertise with strategic vision, guiding the organization in leveraging AI to enhance product capabilities, optimize operations, and create innovative, data‑driven solutions. The position requires mastery of machine learning, embedded AI, and large‑scale system design, along with the ability to mentor engineering teams and influence long‑term technology direction. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE: Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced AI and machine learning models for embedded, cloud, and edge‑based systems. Architect scalable AI platforms, pipelines, and frameworks that support production‑grade deployment across multiple product lines. Drive enterprise-grade AI strategy leveraging the AWS AI/ML stack, including SageMaker, Bedrock for GenAI orchestration, and GroundTruth for high-fidelity data labeling. Engineer mission-critical Edge AI solutions for Ambarella CV2 SoCs, utilizing the CVflow engine to balance high-accuracy inference with processing bottlenecks. Architect and lead the deployment of Autonomous Learning Platforms, implementing automated MLOps pipelines for Continuous Training (CT) to address real-world performance drift. Establish and govern standardized code libraries for Multi-Object Tracking (MOT), optimizing YOLO and FairMOT frameworks for high-density environmental monitoring. Partner with product, engineering, and executive leadership to define AI strategy, roadmap, and technical standards. Conduct research and evaluate emerging AI technologies, tools, and methodologies to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Lead root‑cause analysis and resolution of complex AI‑related technical challenges. Establish best practices for responsible AI, model governance, and system reliability. Mentor and coach engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning. Represent the organization as a subject‑matter expert in AI at internal and external technical forums. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is required; Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, or related field preferred. 10+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering. Proven expertise in machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, and natural language processing. Strong proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX, or similar. Demonstrated experience architecting and deploying AI systems in production AWS environments. Solid understanding of cloud platforms, MLOps, and scalable data pipelines. Experience with embedded AI, edge computing, or real‑time inference systems is highly desirable. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Ability to influence technical direction at an organizational level and lead cross‑functional initiatives. Track record of innovation, patents, publications, or contributions to open‑source AI projects is a plus. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ethics and Work Standards: Maintain the highest ethical and work standards, while promoting the same attributes in co-workers and others.  Ensure that all business activities – with both internal and external customers – to be performed with a professional demeanor and that all participants be held accountable to this high standard. Communication:   Expresses thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing, using good grammar. Presents concise, well-organized reports in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.  Listens to understand input, feedback, and concerns.  Provides complete information in an open, honest, and straightforward manner.  Responds promptly and positively to questions and requests. Teamwork and Relationships:   Works with other employees willingly and in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork.  Supports cooperation.  Demonstrates a commitment to the entire business and is supportive of all initiatives (company and departmental) to help grow Environmental Solutions Group business in the United States and abroad.  Cooperates fully with others to achieve organizational goals. Is tactful, courteous, and considerate.  Embraces a positive outlook.  Is respected and trusted by others. Continual Improvement and Problem Resolution : Identifies and communicates suggestions for work improvements.  Uses technical and analytical abilities to assure existing work practices are the most efficient and cost effective possible. Performs root-cause analysis and implements viable, permanent solutions to problems.  Works with both internal and external customers to develop solutions which meet company-wide needs and objectives.  Applies a sense of urgency to resolve problems or creates opportunities that will increase productivity and create value.  Shares best practices with other employees across the business. Accountability:  Accepts responsibility and accessibility for both the strategic planning and the successful implementation of all projects, programs, and duties as outlined in this job description. Advises supervisor of concerns, problems, and progress of work in a timely manner. ABOUT ESG: Environmental Solutions Group stands at the forefront of sustainable innovation, dedicated to transforming the waste industry with eco-friendly equipment and technology solutions, all designed to improve the lives of our customers, and their communities. 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