Engineering Manager, Machine Learning and Asset Optimization

$190,000 - $920,000/Yr

Netflix - Los Gatos, CA

Full-time - Senior

Los Gatos, CA

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The role involves leading a team focused on applied machine learning research for asset optimization at Netflix. The primary goal is to enhance personalization for members by tailoring content assets such as box arts, synopses, and trailers. The leader will oversee the development and operation of algorithms that maximize member engagement and retention, while also ensuring engineering quality and operational excellence. This position requires collaboration with various disciplines and a strong background in machine learning and engineering management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of experts and engineers in applied ML research for asset optimization.
• Develop and operate algorithms for personalizing content assets to enhance member experience.
• Scale and manage the team, ensuring high-quality engineering and operational excellence.
• Guide projects from conception to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Build a consolidated continuous explore/exploit system applicable across various areas.

Requirements

• Experience building and leading a team of ML researchers and engineers.
• Proven track record of applying ML to solve real-world problems.
• Broad knowledge of practical machine learning with a strong mathematical foundation.
• Experience driving cross-functional projects with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong obsession with engineering quality and product experience.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Advanced degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related quantitative field.

Nice-to-haves

• 10+ years of total experience including 5+ years of engineering management.
• Experience working on high-scale consumer problems.

Benefits

• Health Plans
• Mental Health support
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Stock Option Program
• Disability Programs
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Family-forming benefits
• Life and Serious Injury Benefits
• Paid leave of absence programs
• 35 days annually for paid time off for full-time hourly employees
• Flexible time off for full-time salaried employees