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Machine Learning Engineer

Airbnb
Remote - US (not eligible in excluded states)Updated 3d ago
Base salary
$166k–$195k
Published base salary range
Location
Remote - US (not eligible in excluded states)
Remote eligibility
Employment
Full-time
Mid-level
Role family
Engineering
E-commerce
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About the job

About the Role

Airbnb is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to join the Relevance and Personalization team, responsible for search and recommendation across the entire Airbnb platform. The role focuses on developing end-to-end ranking algorithms and ecosystems to optimize multiple critical business objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Work with large-scale structured and unstructured data to build and improve machine learning models for product, business, and operational use cases.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners including software engineers, product managers, operations, and data scientists to identify opportunities, refine requirements, and quantify impact.
  • Develop, productionize, and operate machine learning models and pipelines at scale, including batch and real-time use cases.
  • Leverage third-party and in-house ML tools and infrastructure to build reusable, high-performing ML systems.

Qualifications

  • New grad Ph.D in ML/AI or 2+ years of industry experience in applied ML/AI with a M.S. or B.S degree.
  • Strong programming (Scala / Python / Java / C++ or equivalent) and data engineering skills.
  • Deep understanding of ML best practices, algorithms (e.g., neural networks/deep learning, optimization), and domains (e.g., NLP, computer vision, personalization, search and recommendation).
  • Exposure to 3 or more of: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Kubernetes, Spark, Airflow, Kafka, data warehouse (e.g., Hive).
  • Experience with architectural patterns of large-scale software applications.

Compensation & Benefits

Base pay range: $166,000—$195,000 USD. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.

Location

US - Remote Eligible. Must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity; some states are excluded.

Application Instructions

Apply via the provided link. For disability accommodations, contact reasonableaccommodations@airbnb.com.

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