Principal AI / ML Engineer - VC Backed Startups

Join SignalFire's Talent Network for Principal AI / ML Engineer Roles at VC-Backed Startups

At SignalFire , we partner with top early-stage startups that are shaping the future of technology. Our portfolio spans 200+ innovative companies across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS.

We're looking to connect with exceptional Principal AI / ML Engineers who are excited about driving AI strategy, advancing machine learning research, and scaling AI-powered systems at high-growth startups. By joining SignalFire's Talent Network, your profile will be shared with our portfolio companies, giving you visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities that may not be publicly listed.

This is not an application for a specific job. Instead, this is a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring AI / ML talent. If you have any questions, please direct inquiries to talentnetwork@signalfire.com.

Who Should Join?

We're looking for AI / ML experts who are :

Passionate about developing and deploying cutting-edge machine learning and deep learning models Experienced in architecting scalable AI systems and leading technical teams Excited to push the boundaries of AI research and apply it to real-world business challenges

Typical Roles & Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and optimize machine learning and deep learning models for production systems
• Research and apply state-of-the-art AI methodologies , including LLMs, transformers, and reinforcement learning
• Lead AI strategy, identifying opportunities for innovation and model optimization
• Develop scalable training and inference pipelines for AI-powered applications
• Work closely with engineering, data, and product teams to integrate AI / ML into business solutions
• Optimize ML models for efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in real-world deployments
• Ensure robust MLOps practices , including model monitoring, retraining, and deployment automation
• Collaborate on AI / ML research publications, patents, and open-source contributions

Common Qualifications

While each startup has its own hiring criteria, many Principal AI / ML Engineer roles in our network look for :

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