Machine Learning Technical Manager
Job Summary
Job Description
- Lead the development and deployment of machine learning models, with emphasis on computer vision, graphics, or generative AI.
- Manage and mentor a team of ML engineers and researchers.
- Define and execute the ML strategy, identifying opportunities where AI can enhance product capabilities.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and creative teams to integrate AI solutions into production workflows.
- Provide technical oversight on model architecture, training, evaluation, deployment, and monitoring.
- Stay current with advancements in ML, CV, CG, and generative models, and apply them to real-world challenges.
- Ensure responsible AI practices, including fairness, transparency, and compliance with data privacy regulations.
- Partner with infrastructure teams to build scalable, efficient ML pipelines and deployment systems.
- Familiarity with 3D graphics
- Familiarity with rendering pipelines
- Familiarity with real-time engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya)
- Annual cash bonuses
- Stock grants
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Unique experience exposing to diverse fields (film production, visual effects, AI, ML, CV)
- Opportunity for continuous learning
- Culture of belonging and an equitable workplace
14 skills required
Job Details
About the Role
We are seeking a seasoned Machine Learning Technical Manager with expertise in Computer Vision, Computer Graphics, or Generative AI to lead the development of next-generation AI solutions for Autodesk Flow Studio (formerly Wonder Studio), our state-of-the-art AI-powered VFX platform.
This role is critical in leading a team of machine learning engineers and researchers, ensuring the creation of scalable, efficient, and innovative ML models that enhance our platform’s capabilities. You will collaborate closely with engineering, product, and business teams to integrate AI-driven solutions, optimize workflows, and shape the future of AI in VFX. If you are passionate about leading teams, driving AI innovation, and solving complex technical challenges, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and deployment of machine learning models, with emphasis on computer vision, graphics, or generative AI.
- Manage and mentor a team of ML engineers and researchers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
- Define and execute the ML strategy, identifying opportunities where AI can enhance product capabilities and user experience.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and creative teams to integrate AI solutions into production workflows and tools.
- Provide technical oversight on model architecture, training, evaluation, deployment, and monitoring.
- Stay current with advancements in ML, CV, CG, and generative models, and apply them to real-world challenges in VFX and animation.
- Ensure responsible AI practices, including fairness, transparency, and compliance with data privacy regulations.
- Partner with infrastructure teams to build scalable, efficient ML pipelines and deployment systems.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in machine learning, with strong expertise in computer vision, computational graphics, or generative AI.
- Track record of delivering ML models into production environments, ideally in media, entertainment, or creative tech.
- Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
- Familiarity with 3D graphics, rendering pipelines, or real-time engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya) is a plus.
- Experience leading technical teams and collaborating across disciplines.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Commitment to ethical AI development and continuous learning.
Why Should You Consider Joining Us?
At the intersection of film and technology, this job offers a unique experience, exposing you to diverse fields spanning from film production and visual effects to AI, machine learning, and computer vision. Operating in state-of-the-art territory means there will always be something new to learn.
Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Diversity & Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
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About The Company
Autodesk is changing how the world is designed and made. Our technology spans architecture, engineering, construction, product design, manufacturing, media, and entertainment, empowering innovators everywhere to solve challenges big and small. From greener buildings to smarter products to more mesmerizing blockbusters, Autodesk software helps our customers to design and make a better world for all. Over 100 million people use Autodesk software like AutoCAD, Revit, Maya, 3ds Max, Fusion 360, SketchBook, and more to unlock their creativity and solve important design, business and environmental challenges. Our software runs on both personal computers and mobile devices and taps the infinite computing power of the cloud to help teams around the world collaborate, design, simulate and fabricate their ideas in 3D. We provide exceptional compensation/benefit packages and we’d love for you to join us. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability, veteran status or other protected category. To see our culture in action, check out #AutodeskLife. We are headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area and have more than 10,000 employees worldwide.
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