# Machine Learning Engineer, Specialist Source: https://realanalystjobs.com/job/machine-learning-engineer-specialist-the-vanguard-group-8903057b Machine Learning Engineer, Specialist at The Vanguard Group, an on-site role based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA. Experience level: 5 Years. Posted on 30 September 2026, read from The Vanguard Group's own careers page (Workday), which RealAnalystJobs re-checks daily and removes the role when it closes. The posting says the employer will not sponsor a visa for this role. The Vanguard Group has approved H-1B petitions on USCIS record (employer-wide, not a promise for this role). Updated 15 November 2026. ## Key facts - Company: [The Vanguard Group](https://realanalystjobs.com/companies/the-vanguard) - Location: Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA - Work mode: On-site - Posted: Sep 30, 2026 - Employment type: Full time - Experience level: 5 Years - Source: The Vanguard Group's careers page (Workday), re-checked daily Skills: [SQL](https://realanalystjobs.com/skills/sql), [Python](https://realanalystjobs.com/skills/python), AWS, Azure, Spark ## Visa sponsorship The posting says the employer will not sponsor a visa for this role. The Vanguard Group had H-1B petitions approved for 214 workers in fiscal year 2026 (USCIS). That is history, not a promise for this role. [See the record](https://realanalystjobs.com/companies/the-vanguard#h1b-record) ## About this role Supports and performs the development and programming of machine learning integrated software algorithms to structure, analyze, and leverage data in a production environment. Core Responsibilities • Leverages data pipeline designs and supports the development of data pipelines to support model development. Proficient with software tools that develop data pipelines in a distributed computing environment (PySprak, GlueETL). • Supports integration of model pipelines in a production environment. Develops understanding of SDLC for model production. • Reviews pipeline designs, makes data model design changes as needed. Documents and reviews design changes with data science teams. • Supports data discovery & automated ingestion for model development. Performs detailed analysis of raw data sources for data quality, applies business context, and model development needs. • Engages with internal stakeholders to understand and probe business processes in order to develop hypotheses. Brings structure to requests and translates requirements into an analytic approach. Participates in and influences ongoing business planning and departmental prioritization activities. • Runs model monitoring scripts, follows process for alerts to management as needed. Addresses issues found in data pipelines from model monitoring alerts. • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications • Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience; a graduate degree is preferred. • Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience. • At least 3 years of hands-on experience designing ETL pipelines using AWS services (e.g., Glue, SageMaker). • Proficiency in programming languages, particularly Python (including PySpark, PySQL) and familiarity with machine learning libraries and frameworks. • Strong understanding of cloud technologies, including AWS and Azure, and experience with NoSQL databases. • Familiarity with Feature Store usage, LLMs, GenAI, RAG, Prompt Engineering, and Model Evaluation. • Experience with API design and development is a plus. • Solid understanding of software engineering principles, including design patterns, testing, security, and version control. • Knowledge of Machine Learning Development Lifecycle (MDLC) best practices and protocols. • Understanding of solution architecture for building end-to-end machine learning data pipelines. Special Factors Sponsorship Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position. About Vanguard At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission - we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best. How We Work Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience. Description from The Vanguard Group's public careers feed, reproduced so you can read the role here. 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