Ancestry - Lehi, UT
posted 4 months ago
AncestryDNA is seeking a motivated and talented Senior Machine Learning Scientist, Computational Genomics to join our ML science team. Our team is at the forefront of building computational and machine learning methods that connect people to the places and ancestors of their past through genomics. As a Senior ML Scientist, you will work with our enthusiastic world-class team of ML scientists, data scientists, and engineers to mine large datasets to understand populations, their histories, and their DNA sharing patterns. You will design, implement, and test novel algorithmic breakthroughs that will enrich our customers' lives. In this role, you will build new algorithms to solve complex problems to drive innovation. You will work collaboratively with our world-class team of ML scientists, data scientists, population geneticists, and engineers. Your responsibilities will include mining large datasets and running analyses to understand populations, their histories, and their DNA sharing patterns. This position is crucial for advancing our understanding of genomics and enhancing the services we provide to our customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machine learning and computational biology, with a focus on applying these skills to real-world problems. You will be expected to contribute to the development of new methodologies and to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of professionals. Your work will directly impact the way we connect individuals with their ancestral histories and will play a key role in the ongoing innovation at Ancestry.