Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD)

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses through social technology and immersive experiences.
$150,000 - $300,000
Machine Learning
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
AI

Description For Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD)

Meta is undergoing a transformative change in its business and technology, with Machine Learning teams leading this evolution. As a Research Scientist at Meta, you'll work on groundbreaking projects that impact how people connect worldwide. The role involves tackling machine learning challenges from a system engineering perspective, working with massive-scale data and leveraging Meta's innovations in Distributed Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Databases.

You'll be responsible for developing scalable classifiers and tools, working with state-of-the-art machine learning models, and adapting methods for modern parallel environments. The position requires expertise in machine learning, programming, and system architecture, with opportunities to work alongside world-class engineers and researchers.

The ideal candidate should have a PhD in a relevant field, strong programming skills, and experience with machine learning frameworks. You'll have the opportunity to own the complete ML lifecycle, define projects, and drive excellence across teams. This role offers the chance to work on some of the most exciting and massive social data and prediction problems while contributing to Meta's mission of connecting people and building the future of social technology.

Meta offers a collaborative environment where you'll work on projects that push the boundaries of current technology, with access to cutting-edge resources and the opportunity to make a significant impact on products used by billions of people globally.

Last updated 22 days ago

Responsibilities For Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD)

  • Develop highly scalable classifiers and tools leveraging machine learning, regression, and rules-based models
  • Suggest, collect and synthesize requirements and create effective feature roadmap
  • Build strong cross functional partnerships and code deliverables in tandem with the engineering team
  • Adapt standard machine learning methods to best exploit modern parallel environments
  • Perform specific responsibilities which vary by team

Requirements For Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD)

Python
JavaScript
  • PhD degree or completing a postdoctoral assignment in Computer Science, Computer Vision, Machine Learning or relevant technical field
  • Experience programming in a relevant programming language
  • Research and/or hands-on experience in machine learning, NLP, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, data mining or artificial intelligence
  • Experience using frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow or equivalent
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Javascript or Hack
  • Experience building and shipping high quality work
  • Experience in systems software or algorithms
  • Must obtain work authorization in country of employment

Benefits For Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • Competitive salary
  • Work with cutting-edge technology
  • Opportunity to impact billions of users

Interested in this job?

Jobs Related To Meta Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD)

Technical Program Manager, AI Positions

Technical Program Manager positions at Meta focusing on AI initiatives across research, infrastructure, and product integration.

Software Engineer - Product (Technical Leadership)

Technical leadership software engineering role at Meta focusing on AI infrastructure and product development across major platforms.

Software Engineer, Machine Learning

Senior Machine Learning Engineering role at Meta focusing on developing scalable ML solutions and leading technical initiatives.

Research Scientist, Systems ML - SW/HW Co-Design - Inference

Senior Research Scientist position at Meta focusing on AI infrastructure optimization, kernel development, and machine learning systems performance enhancement.

Display Image Quality Engineer (PhD)

Display Image Quality Engineer position at Meta focusing on AR/VR display control systems and visual experience optimization.