Research Engineer, Core ML - Monetization AI

The Rundown AI, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization focused on AI and ML technologies is seeking passionate AI specialists to contribute to cutting-edge research in monetization. This role involves developing large-scale model architectures, applying advanced techniques in natural language processing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive performance improvements. Join a forward-thinking company that is dedicated to maximizing user utility and advertiser value while shaping the future of technology. If you are eager to make a significant impact in the AI field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus

Equity

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Research experience in deep learning and natural language processing.
• Programming experience in Python with frameworks like PyTorch.

Responsibilities

• Develop large-scale model architectures and optimize model performance.
• Collaborate with teams to design and optimize ML systems.

Skills

Deep Learning

Reinforcement Learning

Natural Language Processing

Computer Vision

Python Programming

Model Architecture

Data Augmentation

Graph-aware Models

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree or PhD in relevant field

Tools

PyTorch

Job description

We are the Monetization Ranking AI Research organization, dedicated to delivering personalized ads that maximize both user utility and advertiser value. We focus on advancing AI and ML technologies for all aspects of Monetization, including ranking, retrieval, model architecture, and optimization. By consistently integrating cutting-edge AI/ML advancements, we help Meta’s products achieve long-term goals and have contributed tens of billions in revenue. With our growing impact, we’re seeking motivated AI specialists to join our team and drive SOTA research across the Monetization organization.

Research Engineer, Core ML - Monetization AI Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement large-scale model architectures, leveraging model scaling and transfer learning techniques.
• Prioritize training scalability and signal scaling to optimize model performance, efficiency, and reliability.
• Develop and apply NextGen sequence learning techniques to drive advancements in natural language processing and understanding.
• Design and implement generative modeling solutions for data augmentation.
• Research and develop graph-aware large language models.
• Develop and deploy AutoML pipelines.
• Apply Reinforcement Learning (RL) techniques, including long-term value optimization, RLHF, and RL4Reason.
• Use causal learning to identify and understand the cause and effect of relationships across data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and optimize ML systems, leveraging expertise in hardware-software co-design, including quantization, compression, and resource-efficient AI, to drive performance improvements and efficiency gains.
• Develop and implement innovative solutions for data-related challenges, utilizing knowledge of semi/self-supervised learning, generative techniques, sampling, debiasing, domain adaptation, continual learning, data augmentation, cold-start, content understanding, and large language models.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Research experience in deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, computer vision, recommendations, ranking, search, or related areas.
• Experience holding an industry, faculty, or government researcher position.
• Programming experience in Python and hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch.
• Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or relevant technical field.
• First author publications at peer-reviewed AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, ACL).
• Experience taking ideas from research to production.
• Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment.
• Experience solving complex problems and comparing alternative solutions, tradeoffs, and different perspectives to determine a path forward.

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].

$56.25/hour to $173,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits. Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.