ML Engineer L5 - Ads Platform Engineering (Forecasting)

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services with 278 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games.
$100,000 - $720,000
Machine Learning
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For ML Engineer L5 - Ads Platform Engineering (Forecasting)

Netflix, a global entertainment leader with 278 million subscribers, is seeking a Staff ML Engineer for their Ads Platform Engineering team. This role is part of Netflix's strategic initiative in the Connected TV advertising space, following the introduction of their ad-supported tier in 2022.

The position focuses on building sophisticated advertising systems that leverage Netflix's world-class content delivery ecosystem. As an ML Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and productionizing forecasting models for ad inventory and performance, creating scalable simulation solutions, and implementing real-time advertising systems.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge ad tech solutions, combining machine learning with high-performance advertising systems. You'll be part of a team that's building unique value propositions to differentiate Netflix in the rapidly growing Connected TV advertising market.

Key responsibilities include developing predictive models for advertising campaigns, implementing low-latency real-time advertising solutions, and creating scalable simulation systems for inventory management. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, including data science, product, engineering, and operations.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $100,000 to $720,000, with the flexibility to choose between salary and stock options. Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, 401(k) with employer match, and generous time-off policies.

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced ML engineers passionate about advertising technology and eager to make a significant impact in the streaming industry. You'll be joining a company known for its unique culture that values diversity, innovation, and excellence in entertainment delivery.

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Responsibilities For ML Engineer L5 - Ads Platform Engineering (Forecasting)

  • Productionize models to forecast ad inventory availability and performance
  • Build predictive models for advertising campaign effectiveness
  • Implement models in low-latency real-time advertising environments
  • Build scalable simulation solutions for inventory scenarios
  • Develop budgeting and pacing systems, models, and algorithms
  • Apply modeling and machine learning techniques for business problems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements For ML Engineer L5 - Ads Platform Engineering (Forecasting)

  • Experience in productionizing ML models
  • Experience with forecasting and predictive modeling
  • Knowledge of real-time advertising systems
  • Experience with scalable simulation solutions
  • Understanding of budgeting and pacing algorithms
  • Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams

Benefits For ML Engineer L5 - Ads Platform Engineering (Forecasting)

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
  • Paid leave of absence programs
  • 35 days annual paid time off (for hourly employees)
  • Flexible time off (for salaried employees)

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