Engineering Manager - Machine Learning (AI Products)
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Position: Engineering Manager - Machine Learning (AI Products)
Employer: Xero
Work Arrangement: HYBRID
Visa Framework: Australian Subclass 482 (TSS) / Skills in Demand & 186 ENS Eligible
Company & Culture
Xero is an ANZ cloud-based accounting software platform for small businesses and their advisors with millions of subscribers globally.
Key Responsibilities & Scope
The role & impactAs Engineering Manager, you'll lead a high-performing, inclusive team of ML and platform engineers, responsible for turning research and models into production-grade ML infrastructure that runs at scale. You'll balance predictable delivery with a relentless focus on system health, taking the lead on MLOps maturity, observability and the operational realities of running AI systems in production, not just shipping features.You'll work closely with senior individual contributors, including staff and principal engineers, who shape the technical architecture, while you focus on team growth, delivery rigour and championing AI-native workflows across the software development lifecycle. This is a role for someone who wants to build both the systems and the people capable of running AI at Xero's scale.The team & how they connectYou'll join Xero's Data & AI organisation, within the AI Products division, reporting to the GM of ML Engineering. The team takes research and models from applied scientists and turns them into safe, scalable, production ML infrastructure that millions of small businesses rely on every day. It's a close, cross-functional group that partners tightly with Applied Science, Data Engineering and Product to move ideas from prototype to production.The team is currently working onProduction ML infrastructure and MLOps supporting Xero's AI-native product suiteSystems powering JAX (Just Ask Xero), Xero's conversational GenAI assistantAuto Ban
Candidate Qualifications & Profile
- Proven experience operating within high-impact industry or enterprise environments.
- Relevant degree or recognized professional accreditation in Cloud Accounting & SaaS.
- Strong collaborative problem-solving skills and dedication to technical or operational excellence.
Compensation Guidance (AUD)
Salary Range: AUD $1,05,000 - $1,41,750 / year (commensurate with skills & experience).
- Includes standard Australian statutory superannuation (11.5%+), health & wellness allowances, and professional progression pathways.
Official Application Route
Direct Employer Career Portal: Apply directly at the official Xero careers portal: [Engineering Manager - Machine Learning (AI Products) at Xero](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/xero/8adc7f0c-e098-440a-ac29-273ee16e41eb)
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