Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Ad Platforms

The Walt Disney Company

Actively hiring
Remote (Usa - Wa - 925 4Th Ave, US) Posted 111 days ago $141,900$190,300 / year

At a glance

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TL;DR

As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer on the Ad Platforms team at Disney+, you will lead the development and optimization of generative AI applications such as mixed media, video, audio, and language models, alongside traditional ML systems for ad marketplace operations. Your day-to-day involves creating innovative solutions to complex advertising challenges through rapid prototyping and deployment cycles, while also mentoring junior engineers. You must have at least five years of experience in large-scale machine learning systems, expertise with deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, and a strong background in Python programming. Ideal candidates will bring hands-on experience in generative modeling techniques and a passion for continuous self-improvement through cutting-edge research. This role demands proficiency in both classical ML methods and emerging AI technologies to enhance ad creation and delivery across Disney’s expansive digital platforms.

Skills

Python TensorFlow PyTorch Hugging Face Java SQL Diffusion models LLMs Transformer architectures CI/CD Git Jupyter Notebook Kubernetes AWS Google Cloud Platform Azure Machine Learning Docker Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

  • Develop and optimize generative AI technologies for mixed media, video, audio, and language models.
  • Create and deploy classical ML models to enhance ad marketplace operations and inventory forecasting.
  • Design robust ML systems that scale core ad platform capabilities efficiently.
  • Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous learning and technical growth.
  • Invent novel solutions to complex advertising challenges through rapid prototyping and deployment cycles.
  • Champion engineering excellence by promoting best practices in code quality, system design, and operational reliability.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience developing and deploying large-scale machine learning systems.
  • Expertise in generative AI modeling including image, video, mixed media, audio, LLMs, or agentic flows.
  • Strong knowledge of deep learning tools and frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Jax, Hugging Face libraries.
  • Proven proficiency in deep learning methodologies and transformer architectures.
  • Experience creating ML datasets and developing rigorous quality evaluation processes for generative AI.

Market check

Salary context

This $141,900–$190,300 range sits above 15% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$183,300$262,400

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$183,306$246,150

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is a diversified global entertainment and media enterprise operating in segments including Disney Parks, Experiences and Products; Entertainment (ABC, Hulu, Disney+); and ESPN. Industry: Entertainment & Media

The Walt Disney Company currently has 121 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $141,900–$190,300 across 113 roles with salary data.

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