Job Description
ML Ops Associate Director (Open to Remote)

Apply comprehensive knowledge of statistical modeling, programming tools, data warehousing technologies, and back-end relational databases in designing and programming statistical models of sales and purchasing behavior. Spearhead the development of cutting-edge automation tools designed to enhance operational efficiency. Ensure seamless business operations by providing ongoing support and maintenance for all machine learning models in production, minimizing disruptions and ensuring continuous, reliable output. Identify strategic areas in the organization where automation can be harnessed to streamline workflows and reduce manual intervention. Collaborate with department head and sales teams to refine and execute analytic objectives, approach. Support front-end applications that convert data into business information, and knowledge sharing across a range of delivery methods (reports, dashboards, ad hoc analyses, etc.). Train and supervise junior data scientists and interns on a per project basis.

 

Requires Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in computer science, engineering or related quantitative field. Must have 4 years of experience with: Containers, CI/CD tools and Git; designing and deploying end to end ML workflows; and programming in R or Python. Must have demonstrated experience creating measurable business impacts by using statistics and coding to create machine learning models; demonstrated understanding of underlying mathematical concepts behind machine learning models; and aptitude with shell scripting, debugging tools, containerized environments and any flavor of Linux. Must be fluent in SQL.

 

The salary for this position is $160,000.00. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.   

 

Applications for this role will be accepted through November 24, 2025 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.

 

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.


Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.


Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

 

 

Company: Penguin Random House LLC | Job ID: 284322