Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Security
Description For Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Security
Airbnb is seeking a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer to join their Information Security team, focusing on advancing security protections through data analytics and machine learning. This role combines cutting-edge ML expertise with security applications, working across Identity and Access Management, Insider Risk, and device protections. The position offers an opportunity to impact security at a global scale, working with a platform that has facilitated over 2 billion guest arrivals worldwide.
The role requires deep expertise in applied Machine Learning, with responsibilities spanning from building sophisticated ML models to driving strategic security initiatives. You'll work with large-scale structured and unstructured data, implement cutting-edge ML solutions, and integrate emerging technologies like genAI and LLMs. The position demands both technical excellence and strong leadership skills, as you'll be collaborating with cross-functional teams and influencing security strategies across the organization.
As a Senior Staff ML Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of combining security and artificial intelligence, working in a remote-friendly environment with competitive compensation. The role offers the unique opportunity to enhance the security infrastructure of a platform that connects millions of users globally, making it an ideal position for someone passionate about applying ML to real-world security challenges at scale.
This position is particularly exciting as it allows you to work on security challenges that directly impact user trust and platform safety. You'll have the chance to influence security practices at a company that facilitates global connections and experiences, while working with some of the most advanced ML technologies and security systems.
Responsibilities For Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Security
- Support and scale security functions through data analytics and ML models
- Provide strategic approaches for advancing security disciplines
- Build and improve cutting edge Machine Learning models
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional partners
- Drive technology changes to improve security capabilities
- Develop processes across large organizations
- Partner with Information Security team and cross-functional organizations
- Work through ambiguity to detailed solutions
- Identify and drive opportunities where Information Security can benefit from ML expertise
Requirements For Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Security
- 12+ years of industry experience in applied Machine Learning
- Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in CS/ML or related field
- Strong programming skills in Scala/Python/Java/C++ or equivalent
- Deep understanding of Machine Learning best practices
- Experience with Tensorflow, PyTorch, Kubernetes, Spark, Airflow, Kafka
- Experience building end-to-end Machine Learning infrastructure
- Experience with Information Security or similar domains
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with test driven development and A/B testing
Benefits For Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Security
- Employee Travel Credits
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