Comcast · 3 hours ago
Sr. Principal Machine Learning Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$301K/yr - $451K/yr
10+ years expComcast's FreeWheel provides comprehensive ad platforms and is seeking a visionary leader to drive the development of next-generation products at the intersection of AI/ML, Edge Computing, and Cloud Systems. The role involves guiding strategic machine learning initiatives, overseeing innovation, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions.
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Responsibilities
Advises and represents strategic roadmap for machine learning technologies to executive leadership
Potentially engages with other business units and partners on strategy in the area of machine learning
Guides the successful completion of high profile, revenue impacting programs that use machine learning as essential components. Serves as a leader across multiple teams for specific machine learning technologies and/or areas of research
Research and/or engineering lead for teams in the development of specifications, technical requirements, algorithms and frameworks of custom machine learning based designs for future products and applications
Acts as a subject matter expert in designing and prototyping machine learning models and/or machine learning frameworks of high complexity. Leads innovation in technical capability delivery
Research and/or engineering lead for teams in determining the technical requirements for a machine learning application or platform. Leads the design and implementation of machine learning applications and platforms within one or more product areas, partnering with the product teams and other stakeholders through development. Conducts studies to support product or application development
Creates patents, application programming interfaces (APIs) and other intellectual property. Presents papers at conferences, as well as displaying leadership in these areas. Participates in standards bodies. May guide contributions to open source efforts
Tests and evaluates solutions presented to the Company by various internal and external partners and vendors. Leads teams in completing case studies, testing and reporting
Represents the organization and possible the company as the prime technical contact for one or more technical areas that utilize machine learning
Provides guidance and leadership to team members across the organization and possibly company
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Identify and develop new business opportunities leveraging emerging technologies such as AI/ML, Edge Computing, IoT, and Signal Processing and Acquisition
Lead cross-functional teams (R&D, engineering, design) through rapid prototyping and lean UX experimentation to validate concepts and deliver working solutions
Evaluate and advise on technology partnerships, investments, and acquisitions aligned with business goals
Design and oversee scalable architectures across hybrid Edge-Cloud environments, ensuring performance, cost-efficiency, and reliability
Guide algorithmic innovation in areas such as online advertising, audience development, propensity modeling, and conversion sensing and attribution
Facilitate workshops and training programs to upskill engineering and management teams in AI/IoT innovation practices
Drive patent generation and innovation documentation, fostering a culture of technical creativity and defensible IP
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience leading R&D or innovation programs in technology-driven organizations
Proven experience in AI/ML, Cloud/Edge Computing, and IoT systems
Strong background in algorithm design, optimization, and mathematical modeling
Demonstrated success in translating research into viable business solutions or new product lines
Experience in both startup environments and large-scale corporate innovation
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
Record of innovation (e.g., platforms, patents)
Bachelor's Degree
15 Years +
Preferred
Work in or with industries such as online publishing and advertising, audience development, smart sensing, robotics, and general management consulting
Prior experience as CTO, Director of R&D, or Principal Technologist
Familiarity with Lean UX and Product Canvas methodologies
Benefits
Best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees
An array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools
Company
Comcast
Comcast is a media and technology company that provides broadband internet, mobile services, and entertainment platforms. It is a sub-organization of SkyShowtime.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$4.92BKey Investors
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2025-11-13Grant· $3.2M
2024-07-02Grant· $2.69M
2023-04-24Grant· $0.28M
Leadership Team
Neil Smit
President and Chief Executive Officer
Candy Lawson
SVP, Chief Compliance Officer and Senior Deputy General Counsel
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