Nordstrom · 1 week ago
Principal Data Science ML Engineer - Hybrid - Seattle
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$191K/yr - $297K/yr
10+ years expNordstrom is a leading fashion retailer, and they are seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer. In this role, you will develop and implement advanced machine learning systems to optimize business operations in merchandising, supply chain, and inventory while collaborating with various teams to deliver scalable solutions.
E-CommerceFashionRetail
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and scale critical machine learning systems and infrastructure to support Nordstrom’s business, particularly in Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Inventory
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set and align on machine learning platform strategies to meet company objectives
Stay up-to-date with the latest technology in machine learning and apply this knowledge to tackle complex problems in innovative ways
Collaborate with leadership to up-level the ML tech stack and improve the performance of the organization
Work across teams to understand product requirements, evaluate trade-offs, and deliver the solutions needed to build innovative products or services
Advocate for and apply best practices when it comes to availability, scalability, operational excellence, and cost management
Provide technical direction that influences the entire ML community
Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in ML operations (MLOps)
Qualification
Required
10+ years of related experience in applied Machine Learning
Strong programming skills in object-oriented languages (Scala / Python / Java/ C++ or equivalent)
Data engineering skills
A firm grasp of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, databases, etc.)
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in CS/ML/OR or related field
Industry experience building end-to-end Machine Learning infrastructure and/or building and productionizing Machine Learning models
Exposure to architectural patterns of large, high-scale software applications (e.g., well-designed APIs, high-volume data pipelines, efficient algorithms, and models)
Deep understanding of statistical and machine learning algorithms, and a finely honed intuition for fitting the best model class to a given situation
Comfortable working with and across different cloud solutions - AWS/Sagemaker and GCP/Vertex AI experience a plus
An ability to work both independently and collaboratively
A broad perspective on problem-solving
Strong communication skills and a desire to share your knowledge with team members and others
Preferred
Experience partnering with cross-functional teams exercising sound judgment
Track record of delivery in rapidly changing, highly collaborative, multi-stakeholder environments
Experience working with a diverse group of engineers
Experience contributing to AI publications
Benefits
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.
Company
Nordstrom
Nordstrom is an online fashion retailer that specializes in fashion, footwear, accessories, and beauty.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$969.45MKey Investors
Ryan CohenEl Puerto de Liverpool
2024-12-23Acquired
2023-02-03Post Ipo Equity
2022-09-16Post Ipo Equity· $294.45M
Leadership Team
Erik Nordstrom
Chief Executive Officer
Alexis DePree
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
Digital Commerce 360
2025-12-31
2025-12-16
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