Machine Learning Engineer, 5+ Years Experience

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.

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.

We’re looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join Snap Inc! 

What you’ll do:

• Create models which help drive value for users, advertisers, and our company
• Evaluate the technical tradeoffs of every decision
• Perform code reviews and ensure exceptional code quality
• Build robust, lasting, and scalable products Iterate quickly without compromising quality

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of machine learning approaches and algorithms
• Able to prioritize duties and work well on your own
• Background working with both internal and external partners
• Background in solving open ambiguous problems
• Possesses a desire to learn and help others

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in technical field such as computer science, mathematics, statistics or equivalent years of experience
• 5+ years ML industry experience or PhD in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, Caffe2, PyTorch, Spark ML, scikit-learn, or related frameworks
• MS degree and/or PhD in computer science or related field 
• Experience working with machine learning, ranking infrastructures, and system design

"Default Together" Policy at Snap

At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office at least 80% of the time (an average of 4 days per week). Remote team members still are expected to travel for mandatory in-person gatherings and to fulfill business needs, at least 4 to 6 times per year. 

For CA based applicants: 

• The base salary range for this position is $195,000 - 280,000 annually
• This position is eligible for a discretionary performance-based bonus
• This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs

For NY based applicants: 

• The base salary range for this position is $205,000 - 295,000 annually
• This position is eligible for a discretionary performance-based bonus
• This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs

For WA based applicants: 

• The base salary range for this position is $195,000 - 280,000 annually
• This position is eligible for a discretionary performance-based 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 accommodations-ext@snap.com.

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 parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!