Director, Machine Learning Engineering

Credit Acceptance is a leading used car finance company seeking a Director, Machine Learning Engineering to drive the enterprise strategy across AI, Machine Learning, and Generative AI. The successful candidate will own the long-term roadmap for AI/ML solutions, platforms, models, and engineering capabilities, and lead a high-performing organization across data science, machine learning engineering, or GenAI/platform engineering.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Statistics and related field with 10+ years in Machine Learning engineering (preferred); or MS with 12+ years of experience.
• Minimum 5 years in senior leadership roles managing managers and large engineering teams.
• Proven track record in building production-grade ML systems with strong problem-solving skills
• Hands-on experience building different types of models (ex: large-scale real-time Recommendation models, Causal Inference, Offer optimization, RL, multi-layer DL algorithms, Propensity, Churn, etc.) and scientific solutions
• Deep knowledge of ML lifecycle tools (MLflow, Kubeflow), distributed systems, and cloud-native architectures.
• Passion to solve problems and drive value-based transformative changes
• Ability to influence C-suite stakeholders and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational scaling.
• Experience building, training and developing engineering teams

Benefits

• 401(K) match
• Adoption assistance
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive medical/ dental/vision