Machine Learning Engineer

Build, Scale & Optimize Data‑driven Products with Nearshore Experts

Machine Learning Engineers design, build and relentlessly optimize the pipelines and services that turn data‑science prototypes into secure, revenue‑generating products. From scalable data pipelines to low‑latency inference endpoints, they keep your models performing as your business and data evolve.

Chosen by Fast-Growing Teams

Key Focus Areas

Handling fragmented data sources, model drift, and deployment complexity can stall machine‑learning initiatives. Our Machine Learning Engineers cut through that fog by focusing on the high‑impact domains that close the gap between research and production.

Data Acquisition

& Pipelines

Data Acquisition & Pipelines

Design resilient batch/stream pipelines that ingest, transform and deliver trustworthy data/feature sets.

Real-time

Inference

Real-time Inference

Serve low-latency predictions via micro-services or streaming frameworks, with monitoring for drift & quality.

Modeling & Algorithm

Development

Modeling & Algorithm Development

Frame problems, choose algorithms, train, validate, and optimize statistical/ML models.

Model Deployment

& Serving

Model Deployment & Serving

Package, containerize, and ship models into production (batch, REST/gRPC, edge).

ML Ops & Lifecycle

Automation

ML Ops & Lifecycle Automation

Automate CI/CD for ML: version data/models, orchestrate retrains, manage feature stores, monitor performance.

Tools & Technologies

Our Machine Learning Engineers work within a modern ML stack that ensures flexibility, scalability, and accuracy across every stage of the model lifecycle. From ingestion to inference, they use tools that enable fast iteration, collaboration, and reliable operations.

Below, you’ll see some of the most-used tools & technologies across the the lifecycle stages a Machine Learning Engineer typically works on. If your stack runs on something else, let us know, our team adapts to any platform

Lifecycle Stages

Ingest & Organize

Acquire, clean, and structure data with governed pipelines, scalable storage, and platform enablement so information is reliable, secure, and discoverable.

Model & Experiment

Design experiments and causal analyses; develop, validate, and tune models and features; add real-time inference where instant decisions matter.

Deploy & Operate

Ship models to production with CI/CD and serving, monitor performance and drift, automate retraining, and feed insights back into the next iteration.

Acquire, clean, and structure data with governed pipelines, scalable storage, and platform enablement so information is reliable, secure, and discoverable.

Turn raw tables into business context through storytelling, dashboards, KPI definitions, and analytics that surface opportunities and risks.

Design experiments and causal analyses; develop, validate, and tune models and features; add real-time inference where instant decisions matter.

Ship models to production with CI/CD and serving, monitor performance and drift, automate retraining, and feed insights back into the next iteration.

Fivetran
dbt
Kafka
Azure Data Factory
MLflow
Kubernetes
AWS Glue
SQL
FastAPI
Airbyte
Tensorflow
SageMaker
Python
R
XG Boost
LightGBM
Docker
Kubeflow
BentoML
Ray Serve
Prometheus
Grafana
Evidently AI
Arize

Meet Some of Our Machine Learning Engineers

Our Machine Learning Engineers combine business acumen, deep ML expertise, and production software skills to unlock value fast. Here’s a sample of the professionals you could work with:

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Why Abstra Is Your Ideal Partner

Fast and Flexible

Fast and Flexible

Our adaptability and agile processes enable us to swiftly meet your project needs, delivering tech solutions aligned with your timelines and goals.

Partnership-Oriented

Partnership-Oriented

Through open communication and mutual trust, we create collaborative relationships that drive sustained success and growth.

US-Trained Leadership

US-Trained Leadership

Our US-trained founders bring a wealth of technical knowledge and a deep understanding of the US and LATAM markets.

15 Years of Experience

15 Years of Experience

Our expertise spans a variety of industries. We tailor our solutions to meet the needs of each company, regardless of its size or sector

What Are the Different Ways to Hire Our Team?

Explore Our Engagement Models

Staff Augmentation

Our professionals seamlessly integrate into your team, boosting your capabilities and driving your projects forward.

Dedicated Teams

We provide complete software teams that become integral to your organization, working collaboratively to achieve your business goals.

Software Outsourcing

Our experienced project managers and software teams handle your projects from start to finish, delivering tailored solutions that meet your requirements.

Managed IT Services

We offer comprehensive management of your IT services, ensuring smooth operations and optimal performance of your tech stack.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Abstra supply a full team or just one role?

Both. We can provide a single specialist to fill a specific gap or build out an entire cross-functional team tailored to your project.

Which engagement models do you offer?
We offer flexible engagement models, including staff augmentation, dedicated teams, managed IT services or software outsourcing, so you can choose the approach that best fits your timeline, budget, and goals.
Are these the only roles you offer?
Not at all. These are just examples of our most-requested roles. If you need a different skill set, we can connect you with the right expert from our extensive talent network.
Can you scale the team up or down as needed?
Yes. We can quickly expand your team to accelerate delivery or scale it back when priorities change, ensuring you always have the right level of support.
Will your team work in our time zone?
Yes. Our nearshore model ensures strong time zone overlap with U.S. teams, enabling real-time collaboration and faster decision-making.