Netflix · 5 days ago
Research Scientist/Engineer L5/L6, AI for Member Systems
Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships globally. They are seeking exceptional individuals to join their team as full-time Research Scientists to drive applied research in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, focusing on innovative algorithmic solutions and developing production-ready systems.
Digital EntertainmentMedia and EntertainmentTVVideo Streaming
Responsibilities
Drive applied research by conceptualizing, designing, implementing, and validating innovative algorithmic solutions
Explore and apply state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques—including LLM pretraining, fine-tuning, and robust offline experimentation—while developing production-ready systems
Qualification
Required
A strong passion for solving real-world problems at scale through the application of cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Ph. D or Masters in Computer Science, or any of the related fields
6+ years of research experience with a track record of delivering quality results
Deep expertise in machine learning, including both supervised and unsupervised learning, and practical experience in LLM development
Demonstrated success in applying LLMs and other Foundation Models to real-world challenges, preferably with experience in post-training LLMs, including fine-tuning and distillation
Strong software engineering skills
Required: Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Proven experience as a technical leader
Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams
Research publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences on relevant topics
Hands-on experience in distributed training, reinforcement learning-based training of LLMs, conversational agents, and Personalization
Proficiency with cloud computing platforms and large web-scale distributed systems
Applied research experience in industrial settings
Contributions to open source contributions
Experience in one or more of the following areas: search, natural language processing, knowledge graphs, conversational agents, personalization, and reinforcement learning
Nice to have: Java, Scala, Spark, Hive, Jax, Flink, Hadoop
Benefits
Health Plans
Mental Health support
A 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
Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off.
Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off.
Company
Netflix
Netflix is an online streaming platform that enables users to watch TV shows and movies.
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