Principal Applied Scientist - Recommendation & Personalization

September 17

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💰 $50M Series A on 2021-10

Description

• Architect and oversee the development of a Wizard’s recommender system • Develop a product ranking model that takes into account both customer profiles and dialog context • Find the right balance between exploration and optimization to curate recommendations that improve conversion rates in the long run. • Working with Product and Engineering counterparts, translate customer needs and business requirements into long term vision and roadmap for recommendation and personalization at Wizard • Act as a thought leader within the company, staying abreast of the latest advancements in the Generative AI field and integrating innovative technologies into our systems to maintain a competitive edge.

Requirements

• Ph.D.in Computer Science, Mathematics, or another quantitative field or outstanding professional experience in machine learning engineering. • Over 5 years of industry experience in machine learning, with a proven track record of developing ML-driven products at scale. • Experience building recommender systems, preferably in the e-commerce space. • Demonstrated expertise in tackling complex problems using machine learning frameworks like PyTorch. • A comprehensive understanding of ML system design in production environments, including a quantitative approach to evaluating performance bottlenecks and cost/performance trade-offs. • Hands-on experience with large-scale data systems, sophisticated data models, and batch and streaming data pipelines. • Quick adaptability to our technology stack encompasses GCP, Kubernetes, Airflow, Pandas, PyTorch, Python, and Node.js. • Deep experience in model deployment strategies, utilizing both in-application static methods and dynamic approaches with frameworks like Flask, FastAPI, or equivalents.

Benefits

• Early-stage startup with massive growth potential and ability to grow as Wizard grows • Competitive compensation packages, including equity • Health • Comprehensive, high-quality medical coverage • Dental & vision insurance • OneMedical memberships for you and dependents • Spring health platform for mental healthcare personalized to your needs • XP Health eyewear benefits ($180, 3x per year) • Rightway Health Guide • Wealth • 401(k) Plan • Life & Disability insurance covered by Wizard • Work/Life • Flexible PTO and sick time to take care of yourself and your family • 12 paid holidays • 16 weeks parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers