About the Group/Team
Canvas AI Platform Group serves as the foundation for AI innovation across the company and achieving our GenAI ambitions depends on its ability to scale effectively. Within this group the AI Enablement teams provide critical support to researchers and AI builders globally helping them navigate platform capabilities apply expert domain knowledge optimise implementations and accelerate the journey from experimentation to production. These teams bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and reliable production-ready features ensuring that innovation translates into real user value.
About the Role/Specialty
This role sits at the intersection of solution expertise and platform engineering requiring deep technical expertise across ML domains combined with strong platform knowledge. The senior MLE will context-switch between debugging complex AI implementations optimising inference performance working directly with product teams building solutions and developing blueprints that allow others to follow proven patterns.
The nature of enablement work demands someone who operates as a force multiplier finding satisfaction not just in solving technical problems but in enabling others to move faster. The role operates in a high-velocity environment where priorities shift rapidly based on team needs requiring both technical excellence and pragmatic judgment about when to invest in robust solutions versus rapid unblocking. This combination of deep expertise and adaptive problem-solving is critical to accelerating the delivery of GenAI capabilities across Canva removing friction from the path to production and ensuring product teams across the company can ship AI-powered features at the pace and quality our ambitions require.
What youll do (responsibilities)
Responsibilities will evolve as Canvas needs change but heres what the role will focus on initially:
Act as a solution expert across ML domains including evaluations training inference data pipelines quality and optimisation
Work directly alongside product teams as a trusted partner helping them navigate technical challenges and arrive at effective solutions
Provide expert guidance on platform capabilities helping teams understand whats possible and how to get there efficiently
Develop blueprints patterns and paved roads that allow other teams to follow proven approaches and accelerate their own implementations
Debug and resolve complex issues identifying root causes and sharing learnings broadly
Balance hands-on problem solving with strategic thinking about how to scale enablement impact across the organisation
Youre probably a match if you have any of the following:
Demonstrated Python expertise with experience in ML frameworks
Commercial experience working with Kubernetes (K8s)
Experience or knowledge of building data pipelines
Experience or knowledge of model evaluations
Experience with inference optimisation and serving infrastructure
Experience supporting or working closely with research data science or product teams
Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills across the full ML stack
Ability to context-switch effectively across multiple concurrent projects
Proven communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to varied audiences
A collaborative mindset with a focus on enabling others to succeed
Additional Information :
Dont tick all the boxes Dont worry about that - nobody does!
Wed still love to hear from you! At Canva we know that great engineers come from a variety of backgrounds and we value passion curiosity and a willingness to learn just as much as specific experience. If youre excited about this role but dont tick every box we encourage you to apply you might a great fit in ways you didnt expect!
Whats in it for you
Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but youll experience lots of moments of magic connectivity and fun woven throughout life at Canva too. We also offer a stack of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work.
Heres a taste of whats on offer:
- Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
- Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
- An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing social connection office setup & more
- Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good take time to recharge and supports you personally
Check out for more info.
Other stuff to know
We make hiring decisions based on your experience skills and passion as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
About the Group/TeamCanvas AI Platform Group serves as the foundation for AI innovation across the company and achieving our GenAI ambitions depends on its ability to scale effectively. Within this group the AI Enablement teams provide critical support to researchers and AI builders globally helping...
About the Group/Team
Canvas AI Platform Group serves as the foundation for AI innovation across the company and achieving our GenAI ambitions depends on its ability to scale effectively. Within this group the AI Enablement teams provide critical support to researchers and AI builders globally helping them navigate platform capabilities apply expert domain knowledge optimise implementations and accelerate the journey from experimentation to production. These teams bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and reliable production-ready features ensuring that innovation translates into real user value.
About the Role/Specialty
This role sits at the intersection of solution expertise and platform engineering requiring deep technical expertise across ML domains combined with strong platform knowledge. The senior MLE will context-switch between debugging complex AI implementations optimising inference performance working directly with product teams building solutions and developing blueprints that allow others to follow proven patterns.
The nature of enablement work demands someone who operates as a force multiplier finding satisfaction not just in solving technical problems but in enabling others to move faster. The role operates in a high-velocity environment where priorities shift rapidly based on team needs requiring both technical excellence and pragmatic judgment about when to invest in robust solutions versus rapid unblocking. This combination of deep expertise and adaptive problem-solving is critical to accelerating the delivery of GenAI capabilities across Canva removing friction from the path to production and ensuring product teams across the company can ship AI-powered features at the pace and quality our ambitions require.
What youll do (responsibilities)
Responsibilities will evolve as Canvas needs change but heres what the role will focus on initially:
Act as a solution expert across ML domains including evaluations training inference data pipelines quality and optimisation
Work directly alongside product teams as a trusted partner helping them navigate technical challenges and arrive at effective solutions
Provide expert guidance on platform capabilities helping teams understand whats possible and how to get there efficiently
Develop blueprints patterns and paved roads that allow other teams to follow proven approaches and accelerate their own implementations
Debug and resolve complex issues identifying root causes and sharing learnings broadly
Balance hands-on problem solving with strategic thinking about how to scale enablement impact across the organisation
Youre probably a match if you have any of the following:
Demonstrated Python expertise with experience in ML frameworks
Commercial experience working with Kubernetes (K8s)
Experience or knowledge of building data pipelines
Experience or knowledge of model evaluations
Experience with inference optimisation and serving infrastructure
Experience supporting or working closely with research data science or product teams
Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills across the full ML stack
Ability to context-switch effectively across multiple concurrent projects
Proven communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to varied audiences
A collaborative mindset with a focus on enabling others to succeed
Additional Information :
Dont tick all the boxes Dont worry about that - nobody does!
Wed still love to hear from you! At Canva we know that great engineers come from a variety of backgrounds and we value passion curiosity and a willingness to learn just as much as specific experience. If youre excited about this role but dont tick every box we encourage you to apply you might a great fit in ways you didnt expect!
Whats in it for you
Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard - and we do - but youll experience lots of moments of magic connectivity and fun woven throughout life at Canva too. We also offer a stack of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work.
Heres a taste of whats on offer:
- Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
- Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
- An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing social connection office setup & more
- Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good take time to recharge and supports you personally
Check out for more info.
Other stuff to know
We make hiring decisions based on your experience skills and passion as well as how you can enhance Canva and our culture. When you apply please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
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