Sr. Machine Learning Engineer, Ads Ranking

Key Skills

Data Mining, Ecommerce, Machine learning techniques, Mathematics, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Project management, Statistical modeling

Job Description

Our new progressive work model is called PinFlex, a term that’s uniquely Pinterest to describe our flexible approach to living and working. Visit our PinFlex landing page to learn more. 

Within the Ads Quality team, we try to connect the dots between the aspirations of Pinners and the products offered by our partners. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing a vision for the evolution of the machine learning technology stack within Ads Ranking. You will work on tackling new challenges in machine learning and deep learning to advance the statistical models that power the ads engagement and delivery that bring together pinners and partners in this unique marketplace. 

What you’ll do:

• Be responsible for the development of state-of-the-art applied machine learning projects for ads ranking 
• Design features and build large-scale machine learning models to improve user ads offsite conversion prediction
• Develop new techniques for inferring user interests from online activity
• Work with Ads infra team to improve model training / serving performance and stability
• Deep dive into ads delivery funnel to identify opportunities and implement solutions
• Work with product and sales teams to design and implement new ad products

What we’re looking for:

• MS or PhD degree in Computer Science, Statistics or related field
• 5+ years of industry experience building production machine learning systems at scale, data mining, search, recommendations, and/or natural language processing
• Strong problem solving and ability to debug complex ML systems
• Strong mathematical skills with knowledge of statistical methods
• Cross-functional collaborator and strong communicator
• Background in computational advertising is preferred, but not required

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

US based applicants only

$114,750—$236,000 USD

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require an accommodation during the job application process, please notify accessibility@pinterest.com for support.