AI Engineer

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television, while also maintaining a strong global presence in India with offices in Bangalore and Chennai that support technology, product, and business operations initiatives. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

AI Engineer

Position Overview

TEGNA is looking for an AI / ML Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models that power data-driven applications and intelligent systems.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in building and deploying ML models, working with data pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and production-ready AI solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and deploy machine learning models for predictive analytics and business use cases.
• Assist in building and maintaining scalable ML pipelines using tools like Amazon SageMaker or similar platforms.
• Work on end-to-end ML workflows including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, and evaluation.
• Support automation of model training and deployment workflows.
• Integrate machine learning models into backend services and applications.
• Monitor model performance and assist in identifying model drift and retraining needs.
• Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and platform teams to deliver high-quality ML solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving ML engineering best practices.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in software engineering or machine learning.
• Hands-on experience building and deploying machine learning models.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Basic experience with Amazon SageMaker or other ML deployment platforms.
• Understanding of ML fundamentals including feature engineering, model evaluation, and deployment concepts.
• Experience working with data and cloud-based environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to building ML pipelines or automated workflows.
• Familiarity with ML lifecycle management concepts.
• Basic knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
• Understanding of data processing tools or large-scale data systems.
• Interest or exposure to advanced AI concepts (deep learning, NLP, etc.).

Why TEGNA

At TEGNA, our values guide everything we do. We Demand the Truth by delivering accurate, trusted information. We Work Smarter by finding better ways to solve problems and move quickly. We Do the Right Thing by holding ourselves to the highest standards. And We Win by working together to deliver results. If you’re ready to grow your career in AI/ML and be part of a team that lives these values every day, we’d love to hear from you.

EEO Statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

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