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Machine Learning Research Engineer – Central Technology
XBOXMachine learning engineer developing anti-cheat detection for Activision’s Call of Duty games. Applying Python, SQL, and production ML models to protect players and improve Ricochet.
Posted 8/13/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $79,200 - $146,504 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in machine learning and data science, with a strong focus on developing and improving models for anti-cheat applications. Proficient in data analysis, experimentation, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Machine Learning Model DevelopmentData Analysis and ExperimentationPython ProgrammingSQL ProficiencyExperience in Anti-Cheat Technology
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Hard Skills
Machine LearningData ScienceStatistical AnalysisData EngineeringAdversarial Machine LearningAnomaly DetectionGraph AnalyticsBehavioral ModelingSupervised LearningUnsupervised Learning
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsMentorship and Team Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
PythonPySparkPandasXGBoostPyTorch
Certifications & Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Related Field
Industry Keywords
Game SecurityAnti-Cheat SoftwareThreat IntelligenceFraud InvestigationsVideo Game Enthusiasm
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPandasPySparkPythonPyTorchSQL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Collaborate on machine learning projects that enhance detection, prevention, and response to cheating
- Execute experiments and analysis to validate models and measure their impact on players
- Communicate results, impediments, and work impact to the team and stakeholders
- Work with game designers, engineers, and producers to identify anti-cheat opportunities
- Develop new detections from data and improve existing detections
- Support Ricochet through consultation, data analysis, data engineering, and experimentation
- Stay current on machine learning, anti-cheat technology, and statistical analysis advances
- Learn from experts and participate in mentorship opportunities across the team
Requirements
What you’ll need- Master’s degree or equivalent work experience in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience using data science and machine learning to solve real problems with measurable impact
- Experience managing large data volumes for production purposes
- Experience developing, evaluating, and improving machine learning models in production
- Competent user of Python and associated libraries, including PySpark, Pandas, XGBoost, and PyTorch
- Strong understanding of data analysis and experimentation
- Strong SQL skills
- Experience with supervised, unsupervised, and deep learning techniques
- Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to learn from senior team members and contribute to other team members’ growth
- Experience in threat intelligence, open-source intelligence, online research, fraud, anti-cheat investigations, or similar is an extra point
- Experience with adversarial machine learning, anomaly detection, graph analytics, or behavioral modeling is an extra point
- Experience with machine learning in game security, game development, and anti-cheat software is an extra point
- Video game enthusiasm and understanding of Warzone gameplay mechanics is an extra point
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Dependent care spending accounts
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with Company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Charitable donation matching
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Paid sick time
- Floating holidays
- Compassion and bereavement leaves
- Parental leave
- Mental health & wellbeing programs
- Fitness programs
- Free and discounted games
- Supplemental life & disability insurance
- Legal service
- ID protection
- Rental insurance
- Relocation assistance may be available if the Company requires geographic relocation
- Incentive compensation may be available (not guaranteed)