Engineering Manager, Ads Machine Learning

Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.

Snap Engineering teams build fun and technically sophisticated products that reach hundreds of millions of Snapchatters around the world, every day. We’re deeply committed to the well-being of everyone in our global community, which is why our values are at the root of everything we do. We move fast, with precision, and always execute with privacy at the forefront.

Some core features we build and maintain include Snapchat’s Camera, Creative Tools, Maps, Chat, Memories, Stories, Discover, Games, and Minis. Our Infrastructure teams deliver an innovative and cost-efficient platform that ensures Snapchat is the fastest way to communicate with your friends, no matter where you are in the world. We have one of the fastest growing digital ad platforms, and our Monetization teams drive measurable returns for advertisers through novel ad formats like Augmented Reality. As a Snap Engineering team member, you’ll help us build the future of communication.

We are looking for a Machine Learning Manager, Ads Ranking to join Snap Inc!

The core machine learning team for Snapchat ads is looking for a hands-on engineering manager to lead and grow a team of exceptional machine learning researchers and engineers. You will be responsible for driving significant impacts for a large business vertical through algorithmic innovation and optimization in our ad ranking stack.

The core modeling team is responsible for machine learning models and algorithms that predict the engagement of Snapchat users with sponsored ads. We directly impact the value advertisers get from the Snapchat ad-auction platform by matching each user with relevant ads. We are one of the primary driving forces behind innovations in machine learning algorithms and software at Snap Inc.

What you’ll do:

• Develop vision and execution plan for machine learning powering a large portion of Snap ads business vertical. 

• Influence key decisions on product strategy, engineering architecture and scalable, reliable, cost-effective engineering implementation. Work with product and various partner engineering teams to drive end-to-end improvements. 

• Lead and grow a team of exceptional machine learning researchers and engineers while maintaining our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

• Set examples of well-conceived and well-executed long-term machine learning bets. Drive significant impact through first-of-a-kind ideas.

• Build machine learning external brand for Snap through periodic technical blogs and publications in top-tier machine learning conferences.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, model training, evaluation, and benchmarking.

• Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks such as Tensorflow or PyTorch.

• Background in solving open ambiguous problems.

• Ability to collaborate and work well with others.

• Possesses a desire to learn and help others

Minimum qualifications:

• M.S. in a technical field such as Computer Science or equivalent.

• 8+ years of experience with applied machine learning engineering.

• 2+ years of experience leading a medium to large-size machine learning team.

Preferred qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or equivalent field.

• Direct experience in building and applying large-scale machine learning solutions for online ads recommendation or search ranking or feed ranking.

• Track record of delivery in rapidly changing, highly collaborative, multi-site, multi-stakeholder environments.

• Relevant publications in top tier machine learning conferences.

For NY based applicants: 

• The standard base salary range for this position is $230,000 - 255,000 annually

• This position is eligible for a discretionary performance-based cash bonus

• This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at [email protected].

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid maternity & paternity leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!