Engineering Manager, for Foundation Models Development

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games.
$190,000 - $920,000
Machine Learning
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
["5,000+"] Employees
10+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Consumer

Description For Engineering Manager, for Foundation Models Development

Netflix, a global entertainment powerhouse with 283 million paid memberships, is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead their Foundation Models Development team. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge AI research and practical application, focusing on developing large language models (LLMs) and other generative models to enhance Netflix's search and recommendation systems.

The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of personalization and content discovery at one of the world's leading streaming platforms. As Engineering Manager, you'll lead a team of talented machine learning researchers and engineers, driving innovation in foundational models that power multiple applications including Search, Recommendations, Personalization, and Messaging.

The ideal candidate brings a unique combination of technical expertise and leadership skills, with 10+ years of experience including significant machine learning management background. You'll need a strong foundation in Deep Learning and NLP, coupled with practical experience in deploying large-scale, consumer-facing ML applications. The role requires both technical depth and the ability to cultivate an inclusive team culture, mentor others, and collaborate across disciplines.

Netflix offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $190,000 to $920,000, with the flexibility to choose between salary and stock options. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, and generous time-off policies. Working at Netflix means joining a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and excellence, with the opportunity to impact how millions of people discover and enjoy entertainment worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Engineering Manager, for Foundation Models Development

  • Lead a group of talented machine-learning researchers
  • Develop foundational models for multiple downstream applications
  • Build and lead a team of world-class engineers and researchers
  • Cultivate vision and strategy for the team
  • Guide innovation projects from research ideas to production A/B tests
  • Partner with multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Mentor and grow team members
  • Build effective research roadmaps with ambitious goals

Requirements For Engineering Manager, for Foundation Models Development

  • MS or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field
  • 10+ years of total experience including 5+ years of machine learning management
  • Experience leading a team of machine learning engineers and researchers
  • Strong understanding of software engineering and large-scale distributed systems
  • Broad knowledge of machine learning with a strong mathematical foundation
  • Expertise in Deep Learning and NLP
  • Experience working on large-scale, consumer-facing machine-learning applications

Benefits For Engineering Manager, for Foundation Models Development

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Equity
  • Health Plans
  • Mental Health support
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Stock Option Program
  • Disability Programs
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Family-forming benefits
  • Life and Serious Injury Benefits
  • 35 days annually for paid time off (hourly employees)
  • Flexible time off (salaried employees)

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