Machine Learning Engineer
Liftoff Mobile
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: California • Colorado • United States
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About the role
- Build statistical models and production systems to balance advertiser performance with business goals.
- Tune optimization parameters, measure internal competition, and model dynamic environments.
- Design and run experiments to validate theories underpinning the mobile ad tech economy.
- Develop applications in the areas of advertiser budget retention and growth, optimal margin allocation, and bidding innovations.
- Collaborate with a team of world-class engineers with diverse backgrounds as well as peers across the broader company (e.g. Operations, GTM).
- Use strong communication skills (verbal and written) to explain statistical and machine learning concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Be part of an “engineering excellence” culture through state-of-the-art tools, risk-driven testing, explainable systems, and design/code review.
Requirements
- PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Economics, or a related field.
- Industry experience applying economics or machine learning to large scale problems.
- Solid engineering and coding skills.
- Excellent team communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience with ad tech is a solid plus.
Benefits
- Liftoff offers a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative work environment
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Remote work options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
statistical modelsoptimization parametersmachine learningcoding skillsad techexperimentationbudget retentionmargin allocationbidding innovationsdynamic environments
Soft Skills
communication skillsteam collaborationexplanation of conceptsinterpersonal skillsengineering excellence
Certifications
PhD in Computer SciencePhD in Machine LearningPhD in Economics