Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Applied AI
We are seeking an experienced ML Engineer to design and build cutting-edge conversational AI products powered by advanced large language models (LLMs).
What You’ll Do
Lead high-impact AI initiatives, building and deploying advanced algorithms to tackle meaningful challenges in healthcare.
Design and implement innovative techniques that ensure conversational voice agents are safe, accurate, empathetic, and reliable.
Develop LLM-powered voice AI systems that deliver natural, human-like experiences.
Partner closely with cross-functional teams to make decisions, move quickly, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Lead a talented team of ML engineers and scientists, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Stay ahead of trends in generative AI, identifying and integrating the right technologies safely and effectively.
What We’re Looking For
10+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning, including at least 6 years in NLP model development and evaluation.
3+ years of experience improving factual accuracy and reducing hallucinations using approaches like PEFT or grounding models.
3+ years of proven technical leadership experience, leading teams of 4–6 ML engineers/scientists, in a startup or fast-moving environment.
Strong programming skills in Python and deep learning frameworks.
A collaborative, self-motivated mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive progress from concept to execution.
Bonus Points
Experience with voice AI, including optimizing speech-to-text (STT) and text-to-speech (TTS) models.
Familiarity with orchestration frameworks such as LangGraph.
Experience working with healthcare data and understanding the unique challenges of regulated environments.
- Department
- Technology
- Role
- Senior Director of Engineering & Cloud Operations
- Locations
- Gilbert Headquarters
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
About Drive Health
Healthcare should be proactive, easy to navigate, and accessible to all. At Drive Health, we’re advancing a world where everyone has access to quality healthcare by developing revolutionary technology and approachable AI that gives nurses superpowers—enhancing care delivery while transforming the healthcare experience.
Powered by Avery, our platform provides 24/7 virtual support, offering medication reminders, proactive health engagement, mental health resources, and personalized care guidance—ensuring every member stays informed, supported, and on track.
By partnering with health systems, independent practitioners, corporations, and complementary medical providers, we drive better patient engagement and new revenue opportunities—without adding staff, software, or operational burden.
At our core, we’re dedicated to creating healthier communities through technology that makes healthcare more seamless, efficient, and human.
Join us in shaping the future of care—The Smarter Way to Care.