Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Paramount is on a mission to unleash the power of content and is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to join their Applied Machine Learning Group. In this role, you will focus on enhancing the user experience by implementing features that optimize content recommendations and solve the 'Cold Start' problem for new users.
Responsibilities
- Independent Delivery: Own the implementation of features for JBI (Jump Back In) and YNW (Your Next Watch)
- Retrieval Optimization: Use Qdrant to find high-relevance candidates for re-entry carousels based on session history and global trends
- Experiment Lifecycle: Use MLFlow to manage, track, and deploy experiments, ensuring a high bar for reproducibility
- Model Training: Develop and serve models in GCP using TensorFlow/PyTorch, incorporating Post-training RL for reward-based optimization
- Collaborative Quality: Participate in design reviews to ensure your components share the same high-reliability standards as the rest of the pod
- Solving Cold Start: Build the logic that makes the app feel personalized even for users we know very little about
- High-Commitment Accuracy: Optimize for the 'Play' button—the ultimate signal of user commitment
Skills
- 3+ years in MLE
- Experience with GCP and MLFlow
- Proficiency in TensorFlow/PyTorch
- Knowledge with Vector DBs
- Proven ability to implement features that solve the 'Cold Start' problem for new users
- Experience managing, tracking, and deploying experiments to ensure a high bar for reproducibility
- Background in multi-stage ranking or 'Cold Start' problems
- Experience with retrieval optimization and re-entry carousels
- Knowledge with Post-training RL for reward-based optimization
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Disability benefits
- Tuition assistance program
- PTO
- Bonus eligible
- Generous paid time off
- Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events
- Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace
Company Overview
Paramount is a leading media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. It was founded in 1914, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.paramount.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Paramount has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2024. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.