Machine Learning Scientist 4 - Content & Conversation Modeling

Netflix

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Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$300,000–$537,000 / yr
Posted
5 days ago

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Above market

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This role $418k
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About Netflix

Netflix is the world''s leading streaming entertainment service, offering a vast library of TV series, films, documentaries, and original content to subscribers in over 190 countries. Industry: Streaming Entertainment & Media

Netflix currently has 111 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Machine Learning Scientist 4 - Content & Conversation Modeling

As a senior machine learning scientist on Netflix’s Content & Conversation Modeling team, you will develop and optimize scalable ML solutions to predict engagement and forecast title performance, driving content strategy decisions across the company. You will collaborate closely with content strategy teams to evolve their approach to content valuation and scheduling while partnering with analytics teams globally to leverage your models effectively. Your responsibilities include owning the entire ML model development lifecycle from ideation through deployment and continuous improvement, as well as influencing data and ML infrastructure development by working with data engineers and platform teams. Success in this role requires strong Python skills, experience with frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow, and an advanced degree in a technical field focused on machine learning. Additionally, you should have a passion for scaling solutions and a deep understanding of the creative industry to excel in this high-impact position at Netflix.

What you'll do

  • Develop and optimize predictive models to inform content strategy decisions.
  • Lead end-to-end ML model development from ideation to continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with analytics teams globally to leverage predictive models effectively.
  • Influence data and ML infrastructure development through partnerships with engineering teams.
  • Translate ambiguous problems into practical technical solutions using machine learning.

What we're looking for

  • Proven track record in delivering business solutions using Machine Learning.
  • Expertise in the full ML lifecycle and strong judgment in deploying models.
  • Excellent communication skills for explaining complex technical concepts.
  • Deep experience with Python and at least one ML/DL framework.
  • Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant technical field focusing on ML.
  • Appreciation for the creative and entertainment industry preferred.

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