Senior ML/AI Engineer

Job Description

Yahoo serves as a trusted guide for hundreds of millions of people globally, helping them achieve their goals online through our portfolio of iconic products. For advertisers, Yahoo Advertising offers omnichannel solutions and powerful data to engage with our brands and deliver results. A Little About Us Yahoo Search is one of the most highly scaled applications on the planet.

We harness AI and emerging technologies to shape the next generation of Yahoo, hiring world-class engineers to support our ambitious product and platform goals. Our engineers thrive in a highly collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on technical excellence and innovation. This is a unique opportunity as we reimagine the future of Search, reinventing how users find information and accomplish their goals. To achieve this vision, we are integrating new technology and expanding our infrastructure.

This role demands strategic partnership, analytical thinking, exceptional planning and execution skills, ambitious innovation, an obsession with quality and user needs, a passion for solving complex problems, and the commitment to implement durable solutions quickly and effectively. If you enjoy being part of high-performing teams, this role is for you!

The ML/AI team has a major impact on the quality and performance of various products and services at Yahoo Search. Our team powers the understanding, orchestration, optimization and generative AI engine that provides our users with the modern search experience they need, as well as optimizing the Advertising experience. Responsibilities: Understand the technical challenges of a real world problem.

Think and formulate problems from first principles and map them to one or more Machine Learning paradigms. Utilizing strong communication skills, iteratively discuss technical ideas cross-functionally Define technical requirements, which involves but is not limited to, data collection, evaluation mechanism and production serving strategy. Based on product requirements, design and implement ML-based solutions and systems that can scale and evolve over time Analyze data and identify patterns to inform further development Produce technical reports and documentation targeted to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology such as large language and vision models, and generative AI. Qualifications: 3+ years of proven track record driving impact in the industry.

Master’s degree or Ph. D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, Applied Math, or a related field.

Expertise in AI, machine learning, deep learning, structured knowledge. Expertise in Java and Python. The material job duties and responsibilities of this role include those listed above as well as adhering to Yahoo policies; exercising sound judgment; working effectively, safely and inclusively with others; exhibiting trustworthiness and meeting expectations; and safeguarding business operations and brand integrity.

At Yahoo, we offer flexible hybrid work options that our employees love! While most roles don’t require regular office attendance, you may occasionally be asked to attend in-person events or team sessions. You’ll always get notice to make arrangements.

Your recruiter will let you know if a specific job requires regular attendance at a Yahoo office or facility. If you have any questions about how this applies to the role, just ask the recruiter! Yahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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