Machine Learning Engineer

mbue is an AI application that instantly reviews architectural drawings. We help commercial contractors and subcontractors save time, reduce costly rework, and minimize liability exposure.

At mbue, we're on a mission to help builders focus on what they do best by streamlining the most tedious and error-prone processes in construction. With beautifully designed, user-friendly products, we're bringing intelligent automation to the jobsite. Imagine being the driving force behind a technology that can read and understand technical drawings far better than any human. One that not only flags issues but knows how to fix them-offering real-time design solutions and generating flawless architecture. This is your chance to help build a world where errors in drawings are a thing of the past.

We're a team of creative minds-customer-obsessed, endlessly curious, and grounded in integrity. Outside of work, we're storytellers, game makers, soccer players, musicians, and foodies. As an early-stage startup with deep industry and technology roots, we just closed our first round of funding and are looking for a talented, tenacious Senior Software Engineer to join us. We'd love to meet you.

We're looking for a Machine Learning Engineer who's ready to roll up their sleeves and take on some of the most ambitious AI challenges in construction. You'll be expected to independently drive model development-from early experimentation to deployment and monitoring. This role is perfect for someone who is self-directed, impact-driven, and thrives in fast-paced, unstructured environments. You'll need a builder's mentality-practical, creative, and relentless in pursuit of great solutions.

This isn't a role where you'll just tune hyperparameters. You'll be solving real-world problems that don't come with clean benchmarks or clear paths. If you bring a tenacious desire for excellence and a mindset focused on solving problems (not just using cool tech), we'd love to meet you.

• Build and deploy machine learning models from scratch, from experimentation to production
• Develop computer vision and deep learning models to analyze architectural drawings
• Research and apply LLM techniques for text-based tasks (in-context learning, prompt engineering, fine-tuning)
• Operate and monitor ML systems in production to ensure stability and accuracy
• Prototype and derisk uncertain tasks with creative, pragmatic approaches
• Collaborate with the team to integrate ML into customer-facing features

Must-Haves:

• Startup experience-working in fast-paced, agile teams
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in computer vision and deep learning techniques
• Python proficiency, with strong coding fundamentals
• Expertise in PyTorch and OpenCV
• End to end experience working with text based models and familiarity with in-context learning, automated prompt engineering, and fine-tuning.
• Hands-on experience with CNNs, ViTs, Transformers, RCNNs, and LLMs
• Proven ability to build, deploy, and monitor ML systems in production
• Comfortable tackling unstructured problems with creative solutions

Nice-to-Haves:

• SaaS/B2B product experience-delivering real customer value
• Product experience

• A chance to build cutting-edge AI that's transforming the construction industry
• Full-lifecycle ownership of your models-from research to real-world deployment
• A startup environment where your work directly drives product innovation and customer impact
• Full-time hybrid position (Austin, Texas)
• Competitive salary and equity grant

At mbue, our company culture is a dynamic embodiment of our core values, with customer-centricity at the forefront. We are dedicated to deeply understanding our customers' needs, ensuring that every solution we create delivers meaningful impact and value. We thrive on creativity, fostering an environment where every team member is encouraged to push the boundaries of conventional thinking and unleash their creative spirit to find innovative solutions. We are inherently inquisitive, constantly seeking knowledge to stay at the forefront of innovation. Honesty and integrity are non-negotiable, forming the foundation of trust in our relationships with clients, partners, and team members. These values combine to create a vibrant, inclusive, and highly creative company culture at mbue, shaping our journey toward revolutionizing the architectural review process and building a world with fewer errors.

If this opportunity excites you and you're passionate about being at the forefront of AI technology in architecture, we can't wait to meet you. Please send your resume along with a cover letter explaining why you're passionate about joining mbue and why you're a great fit for this role.