Current openings at Loka, Inc

Years from now, history will look back at this moment as a landmark for the human race—the moment when generative artificial intelligence began to change everything. Luckily, you happen to be living through it. Now what?  If you’re one of those rare people driven to add their intellectual energy to the relentless momentum of technological advancement, consider Loka your optimal leverage point.  Loka, a globally distributed tech consultancy based in Silicon Valley, is seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to join our growing team. In this position you will serve as the primary specialist in designing and implementing machine learning solutions across multiple projects. Your expertise in ML algorithms and ML, DL and Foundation Models will empower us to develop robust, scalable systems and improve them over time. Ultimately we expect you to not just fit in with our ML crew but to elevate it to new heights.  Our technical teams help clients launch innovations that fix the climate, defeat cancer, improve agricultural efficiencies, teach kids to read and more. We work with all kinds of companies, from Silicon Valley startups to major household brands, always guided by our fundamental belief that mission matters.  We count more than 100 certified specialists, technical experts and PhDs among our teammates—committed Lokals who contribute to their brilliance not only to serving our clients but to mentoring junior colleagues as well. We work entirely remotely, test new ideas with an in-house incubator called LokaLabs, observe local holidays and take every other Friday off (really). We’re as proud of our culture as we are of our projects. You will be too.    The Role Take full responsibility for assigned tasks and projects, ensuring accountability for outcomes and results. Understand business objectives and develop models that help achieve them, along with metrics to track progress. Design and implement complex ML systems using classical machine learning, deep learning and foundation models, adhering to best practices. Lead client communications by gathering requirements, managing expectations and communicating deliverables effectively. Wrangle, explore and visualize data with a keen eye for issues requiring data cleaning, as well as differences in data distribution that may affect post-deployment performance. Analyze model errors and design strategies to overcome them. Deploy, maintain and upgrade ML models and pipelines. Follow Loka’s career track for growth by demonstrating technical excellence, innovation, autonomy, ownership, communication and teamwork. Drive architectural decisions and contribute to high-level planning and strategy.  Direct report to ML leads. Stay updated with industry trends to incorporate cutting-edge techniques and tools into projects. Write and maintain technical documentation. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior ML engineers within the team. Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams (Data Engineering, DevOps, Backend) to ensure seamless integration of ML solutions. Continuously optimize models for performance, scalability and cost-effectiveness, especially within the AWS environment. Required Hard Skills  4+ years of AI/ML engineering experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related Experience with Python, ML libraries and AI/ML frameworks (sklearn, PyTorch, HuggingFace, TensorFlow, Transformers, LangChain/LangGraph, Llamlndex, smolagents, strands-agents etc.)  Experience building GenAI solutions through prompt engineering, fine-tuning and developing agents with common patterns like Agentic RAG, NLQ etc. Client-facing experience Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools  Additional Requirements  Excellent English - Being a global team, we work entirely in English for meetings, customer calls and business communications CV sent in English Not Required but Nice to Have Experience with MLOps/LLMOps, preferably in AWS (e.g: Sagemaker/Bedrock), as well as standards tools (e.g. MLFlow, LangFuse)  Experience in consultancy environments or startups, including working directly with clients, managing projects and adapting to different settings. - Plus Required Soft Skills  Curiosity: Strive to learn and grow into different industries with a modern tech stack.  Autonomy and positivity: We’re a fully remote, globally distributed team.  Teamwork: Enjoy a collaborative approach.  Adaptability: Operate with a startup mindset and move at a startup pace.  Benefits Every other Friday off (26 extra days off a year) Remote-first culture Explore and Relocation programs (three months work abroad or full international relo) Paid sick days and local holidays Business English classes program Continuous Learning Support Fitness and/or Mental Health Subscriptions Access to LokaLabs™, our internal research and development program Defined career path Your achievements matter to us! Ensure your CV and LinkedIn and GitHub profiles are up to date and accurately reflect your experience. 

At Loka our teams launch meaningful projects across a wide range of industries. In the last year we helped advance the world’s #1 AI reading tutor, transform rundown homes into green machines and accelerate novel drug discovery to fight leukemia. And we did it all while working 100% remotely and enjoying every other Friday off 😎We’re seeking experienced technical sales reps or candidates with a strong technical background combined with customer-facing experience. You should take genuine joy in helping businesses succeed by diagnosing cloud architecture challenges and advising the most appropriate technical solutions. Your sales training is more important than your engineering and/or cloud account management experience: The former builds the kind of knowledge you’ll need to hit the ground running; the latter you’ll earn along the way.As an AWS Generative AI Partner, we offer a unique platform to leverage your expertise and contribute to a vast array of innovative projects. A strong drive to compete and close deals is essential, but the ability to thrive in a team-driven environment will make you a great fit. Responsibilities Lead all aspects of the sales process (prospecting, sales meetings, company introductions and presentations, proposals, negotiations and account management). Build, nurture and maintain relationships with potential clients and partners, including in-person meetings, lunches, conferences etc. Foster AWS relationship with existing and new teams to generate your own pipeline Own the pre-sales journey with Loka prospects, with the support of the engineering team. Understand the client’s business environment and communicate Loka’s value proposition clearly. Your ability to comprehend how software products are built—beyond just memorizing selling points—is crucial. Maintain current sales performance coaching software industry and product knowledge. Conduct market research to generate new business opportunities. Support stakeholders with data and asset resources. Manage projects for various sales initiatives. Requirements MUST HAVE 5+ years of sales experience in professional services or adjacent product selling experience Experience in environments with exposure to data infrastructure, machine learning and/or cloud architectures Experience working with cloud services, preferably with AWS, and strong understanding of core AWS services Ability to travel to meet clients and attend industry events up to 25% of the month Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with varying deadlines and adapt to changes in and market Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship STRONGLY PREFERRED Analytical and problem-solving skills and aptitude for learning quickly Experience working for a cloud provider or cloud consulting partner Previous experience in technical sales Attention to detail and comfort within fast-paced work environment US working hours, with emphasis on morning meetings for San Francisco-based candidates Benefits Salary range $150,000 to $200,000 Every other Friday off, i.e. 26 extra days off a year. Our team calls it a life-changing benefit. We think you’ll agree. 100% remote. Work where you feel most comfortable and productive.  Medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance and disability 401k with up to 4% employer matching  LokaLabs™: Apply moonshot technologies to overlooked societal challenges in our internal incubator. Continuous Learning Support Paid vacation days, sick days and local holidays Please submit your CV in English. 

  Duration: 1 year  Start Date: April As the AWS Innovation Partner of the Year, Loka works hard to make a positive impact on the world. Our teams have helped companies eliminate billions of dollars in food waste, bring life-changing healthcare technology to market, and scale AI products that millions of people rely on every day. All of this while enjoying every other Friday off (yes, really). Events play a critical role in making that impact possible. Last year alone, we supported more than 150 events. That work helped earn Loka global recognition, and it’s why events remain one of our most important growth levers. That’s the broad pitch. Now let’s talk about you. As the CMO at Loka, I’m looking for a Temporary Events Coordinator to step in during a maternity leave and help keep this engine running smoothly. This role is fully focused on events, end to end. From kickoff to follow-up. From booking venues and managing vendors to coordinating internal teams, purchasing swag, and making sure nothing slips through the cracks. I’m looking for someone who is passionate about organization, thrives in motion, and is a world-class communicator. The kind of person who can confidently manage multiple events at once while keeping both internal and external partners aligned, informed, and energized. This is a 1 year role designed to cover a critical period for our events program.  If you’re nodding along enthusiastically, submit a resume so we can meet 🚀 Responsibilities Events Strategy & Execution Work with CMO and independently to plan, coordinate, and execute Loka-hosted and partner-led events (virtual, hybrid, and in-person) Own event logistics end-to-end: timelines, vendors, venues, travel, materials, run-of-show, and follow-ups Partner closely with AWS stakeholders, internal sales, and marketing teams to ensure events align with GTM priorities Support executive-level events, including private dinners, roundtables, and invite-only experiences Operations & Coordination Manage the events calendar and keep timelines, owners, and dependencies clearly tracked Track event costs and work closely with finance to ensure event success and ROI Coordinate with internal teams (marketing, sales, leadership) and AWS to ensure events are well-supported and on-brand Maintain clean documentation, checklists, and post-event recaps to ensure continuity during the maternity cover Track event performance and outcomes (attendance, leads, follow-ups) and share clear summaries with stakeholders Regional & Internal Events Support internal team events and offsites as needed Coordinate with regional partners and vendors across Europe and the U.S. What We’re Looking For 3–5 years of experience in event coordination, field marketing, or marketing operations 4 hour overlap with PST time zone at least 3 days a week Proven ability to manage multiple events and timelines simultaneously without details slipping Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Comfort working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and executives Experience working with tools like Notion, Google Sheets, HubSpot, or similar Experience with B2B, SaaS, or partner-led events (especially with large ecosystems like AWS) is a strong plus What This Role Is (and Isn’t) Is: A hands-on, execution-focused events role with real ownership Is: A critical role during a key transition period Isn’t: A generalist marketing role or content-focused position Isn’t: Guaranteed to convert to a permanent role, though strong performance may lead to full-time role Benefits Every other Friday off (26 extra days off a year) Remote-first culture Paid sick days and local holidays Business English classes program Continuous Learning Support Fitness and/or Mental Health Subscriptions Access to LokaLabs™, our internal research and development program   Please submit your CV in English.