Lead AI-First ML Engineer for Real-Time Ads

Doordashusa; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 268,600 - 395,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

16 weeks of paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Doordashusa is looking for a Principal Engineer for their Ads & Promos Delivery team. This role is pivotal in leading the technical direction of AI-first experiences, ensuring ads are relevant and personalized in real-time across various platforms.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in machine learning, proficient coding skills, and a strong educational background in computer science. Benefits include wellness initiatives, paid time off, and a compensation range of $268,600 to $395,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience building, deploying, and scaling ML and AI models.
• Proficiency in AI coding tools across the software development lifecycle.
• Deep expertise in areas like information retrieval, ranking, and NLP.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or C++.

Responsibilities

• Apply state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to various problems.
• Rigorously evaluate ML models through analysis and experimentation.
• Own the full model lifecycle from research to production.
• Partner with teams to ensure AI systems deliver meaningful improvements.

Skills

Machine Learning

Large Language Models

Deep Learning

Python

Java

C++

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

XGBoost

Claude Code

Codex

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Job description

Doordashusa is looking for a Principal Engineer for their Ads & Promos Delivery team. This role is pivotal in leading the technical direction of AI-first experiences, ensuring ads are relevant and personalized in real-time across various platforms.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in machine learning, proficient coding skills, and a strong educational background in computer science. Benefits include wellness initiatives, paid time off, and a compensation range of $268,600 to $395,000.