As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Disney Streaming, you will join a dynamic team focused on enhancing user experience through personalized content recommendations. Your role involves developing and maintaining cutting-edge machine learning algorithms for recommendation systems across platforms like Disney+ and Hulu, ensuring these models are scalable and efficient to handle petabyte-scale datasets. You’ll collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to identify new personalization opportunities, develop ETL pipelines using tools such as Airflow and Jenkins, and deploy full-stack ML solutions leveraging technologies like Databricks and Spark. Essential skills include expertise in Python, SQL, deep learning methods, and strong communication abilities to explain complex methodologies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Develop and maintain algorithms for personalization and recommendation systems.
Lead the research, development, and production of new recommendation features.
Coordinate with Product, Engineering, and Editorial teams to manage expectations.
Optimize operational processes and explore innovative machine learning techniques.
Deploy scalable streaming and batch data pipelines for petabyte-scale datasets.
What we're looking for
5+ years of experience developing machine learning models and large-scale data analysis
In-depth understanding of modern machine learning methods including deep learning
Experience deploying and maintaining big-data solutions using technologies like Databricks, S3, and Spark
Ability to develop algorithms for deployment in production systems and maintain scalable code (Python, SQL)
Strong written and verbal communication skills for explaining methodologies to technical and non-technical teams
Market check
Salary context
Below market
How this pay compares to similar roles
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This role pays less than
79%
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$177,900–$246,150
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At the midpoint, this role pays about
$174k
versus about
$212k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
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