Employment type: Fixed Term (18 month contract from hire date)
Location: Makati City, Metro Manila
Work setup: Hybrid (open to 2x a week in the office)
Work schedule: 10AM to 6PM Manila time
Pay range: Php 102,000 to Php 139,000

Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organisation proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a Senior ML Software Engineer to join our English AI Department. In this role, you will take over the management and further development of our existing machine learning applications within the Cambridge English AI department. Your primary responsibilities include ensuring a smooth transition from external contractors, maintaining and enhancing current systems, and collaborating with various teams to support our educational mission. You will focus on delivering user-friendly applications, robust API services, and comprehensive documentation while ensuring compliance with security and data standards.

Why Cambridge?

At Cambridge, our unwavering commitment is to excel in education, learning, and research on a global scale. With a presence in over 170 countries, we empower millions of individuals, unlocking their potential and enabling their success. From dedicated teachers shaping young minds to visionary researchers pushing the boundaries of knowledge, we embody a relentless pursuit of enlightenment, curiosity, and understanding.

We embrace change as an opportunity for growth and progress, constantly adapting to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Collaboration and attentive listening are at the heart of our journey, as we work hand in hand with our customers and each other to innovate and discover more effective ways to achieve our goals. We believe people thrive in an environment where Trust and Empowerment are at the forefront, which is why all our new team members are provided regularisation on their first day so they can start #PursuingPotential from day one.

Joining Cambridge means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. Beyond that, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.

What can you get from Cambridge?

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches, expanding your horizons and enriching your understanding of different cultures. We value your wellbeing and offer stability, fostering your professional and personal growth through internal and external activities and training sessions to help enrich your skillset.

Enjoy work-life balance flexibility through our range of options, including flexible schedules, hybrid work arrangements, and generous paid leave. As a regular employee on Day One, you'll have access to comprehensive healthcare benefits, ensuring your peace of mind with coverage for dependents, group life insurance, and robust well-being programs.

What will you do as a Senior ML Software Engineer?

We are seeking an experienced ML Software Engineer to take ownership of and lead the continued development of our ML applications within Cambridge English's AI department. Following a handover from external contractors, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our language assessment and learning technologies remain at the forefront of innovation. In this role, you will:

• Participate in the technical handover including code reviews and knowledge transfer.
• Design and develop full-stack ML applications using React for the frontend and Python for the backend.
• Produce clear technical documentation and participate in code reviews, ensuring best practices in code quality, performance, and security.

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?

You might be the ideal candidate if you're someone who enjoys building smart, scalable solutions and brings a mix of creativity, collaboration, and technical skills. We're looking for someone who has:

• Experience working with React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript

• Solid skills in Python, with a focus on writing clean, scalable code

• Exposure to machine learning tools like Prompt Flow (or similar), especially in language processing

• Confidence working with AWS and using tools like Terraform for cloud infrastructure

• A strong eye for quality—writing tests, debugging issues, and creating helpful documentation

We'd love to hear from you if you're passionate about tech, eager to learn, and ready to make an impact!

Your ability to lead knowledge transfer and work collaboratively across teams is essential to ensure our ML applications continue to evolve and effectively support our educational mission.

Deadline of application submission is on May 23, 2025, but may close early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Whilst not essential, it is very advantageous if you submit a Cover Letter alongside your CV.

Please review the attached job description for further details on the role.