Staff Machine Learning Engineer (Study)

Quizlet; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 194,834 - 241,913; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Cutting-edge technology

Strong company mission

Job summary

A leading educational technology company in San Francisco is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to drive AI initiatives. This role requires extensive experience in Python, ML libraries, and a solid understanding of NLP. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to deliver innovative AI solutions and support the company's mission to enhance learning experiences. Competitive salary offered, with flexible telecommuting options.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in Machine Learning roles.
• Experience with ML libraries like scikit-learn, numpy, pandas.
• 2 years of building recommendation systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable ML systems in Python.
• Contribute to AI feasibility assessments and product roadmaps.
• Stay updated with AI/ML advancements.

Skills

Python

Large Language Models

Machine Learning Libraries

Natural Language Processing

SQL

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

TensorFlow

BigQuery

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

Overview

At Quizlet, our mission is to help every learner achieve their outcomes in the most effective and delightful way. Our $1B+ learning platform serves tens of millions of students every month, including two-thirds of U.S. high schoolers and half of U.S. college students, powering over 2 billion learning interactions monthly. We blend cognitive science with machine learning to personalize and enhance the learning experience for students, professionals, and lifelong learners alike. Let’s Build the Future of Learning. Join us to design and deliver AI-powered learning tools that scale across the world and unlock human potential.

Contribute to the vision, strategy, and execution of high-impact Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives across product areas, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs. Design and implement scalable ML systems as production-grade Python services, while collaborating closely with engineering, product, design, and data teams to bring intelligent features to life. Perform AI feasibility assessments and technical discovery, shaping the product roadmap by identifying transformative opportunities and advocating for data-driven innovation. Stay current with advancements in AI/ML research and educational technology, evaluating emerging techniques and tools to inform technical work and contribute to forward-looking development efforts. Design and conduct rigorous experimentation to evaluate and optimize model performance, using advanced techniques in ML, data science, and statistical analysis. Contribute technical insights and apply established best practices in ML/AI development, supporting a collaborative and continuously improving engineering environment. Provide input into architectural and organizational decisions beyond your immediate team, contributing to the technical roadmap and long-term vision for ML/AI across the company. Telecommuting may be permitted up to 4 days per week. When not telecommuting, must report to Quizlet, Inc. at 123 Townsend Street, Suite 600, San Francisco, CA 94107. Salary: $194,834 - $241,913 per year.

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications

Master’s degree or U.S. equivalent in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, plus 5 years of professional experience as a Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, or similar role working with ML including ML models, framing, and Natural Language Processing. Must have:

• 5 years of Python experience and working with Large Language Models (including GPTs);
• 5 years in a cross-functional team environment conducting ML-driven research shaping product roadmaps;
• 5 years using ML libraries and deep libraries (scikit-learn, numpy, pandas, scipy, TensorFlow) and SQL to access and analyze data;
• 2 years building personalized recommendation systems using computer vision, natural language processing, or ranking;
• 2 years performing SQL, BigQuery, and Google Cloud Platform ML.

How to Apply

Please send resume to: [e-mail]. Must specify ad code AJDC.

Why Join Quizlet?

• Massive reach: 60M+ users, 1B+ interactions per week
• Cutting-edge tech: Generative AI, adaptive learning, cognitive science
• Strong momentum: Top-tier investors, sustainable business, real traction
• Mission-first: Work that makes a difference in people’s lives
• Inclusive culture: Committed to equity, diversity, and belonging

We strive to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome. We work to create a holistic interview process, where both Quizlet and candidates can explore a mutually beneficial partnership, with a transparent setting that gives a comprehensive view of who we are.

In Closing

At Quizlet, we’re excited about passionate people joining our team—even if you don’t check every box on the requirements list. We value unique perspectives and believe everyone has something meaningful to contribute. Our culture is about initiative, learning through challenges, and striving for high-quality work while staying curious and open to new ideas. We value honest, respectful communication, thoughtful collaboration, and a supportive space where everyone can grow and succeed together.

N.B. Quizlet’s success as an online learning community depends on a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

To All Recruiters And Placement Agencies: Quizlet does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and/or profiles. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes. Quizlet will not pay fees to third-party agencies or firms for unsolicited resumes.