Job Title: Senior Machine Learning Engineer
Location: UK - fully remote opportunity (teams are based in UK and US)
About:
A leading tech giant at the forefront of innovation, seamlessly integrating social media and ecommerce to create exceptional user experiences. The mission is to connect the world through cutting-edge platforms and services. We are expanding the team and looking for top-tier talent to join in shaping the future of technology.
Position Overview:
We are seeking experienced and highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineers, including those at Staff and Principal levels, to join a very highly skilled team. This team is dedicated to researching, developing, and implementing the latest advancements in recommender systems, search & ranking, relevance, and marketing strategies such as CTR optimization, Lifetime Value prediction, and user understanding.
There are five open positions available, providing a unique opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry.
Responsibilities:
* Be a hands-on contributor, able to contribute to research direction, as well as code.
* Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models to enhance recommender systems, search & ranking, and relevance.
* Innovate and implement cutting-edge marketing strategies to optimize click-through rates (CTR), predict Lifetime Value, and deepen user understanding.
* Conduct rigorous research to stay abreast of the latest advancements in machine learning and apply these findings to real-world applications.
* Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align machine learning initiatives with business goals.
* Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
Key Qualifications:
* Extensive experience in designing, implementing, and deploying machine learning models and algorithms in a production environment.
* Proficiency in machine learning and deep learning frameworks and libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.
* Strong programming skills in Python or another relevant language.
* Deep understanding of recommender systems, search & ranking algorithms, and marketing analytics.
* Excellent problem-solving abilities and a track record of delivering impactful solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
* Demonstrated experience of working in high-performing machine learning teams that have created best-in-class solutions.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills.
* Ability to work from the UK - must be in the UK at the time of application with a current right to work.
Benefits:
* Market-leading salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous equity in a company that continues to rise in value.
* Opportunity to work with a diverse and talented team.
* Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
* Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
* Future opportunity to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area if this is of interest.