Machine Learning Engineer 4 - Studio Media Algorithms

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.

The Studio Media Algorithms team is at the forefront of innovation to enhance and support the vision of the creators of movies, TV shows and other multimedia work. This team's work is responsible for increasing member value, and driving efficiency of the content creation process, ultimately creating more joy for viewers all over the world. To learn more about the domain, here are some links related to what we do: Creating Media with Machine Learning and Computer Vision Research at Netflix.

We are looking for a Machine Learning Engineer with experience in the machine learning (ML), computer vision (CV), and/or graphics domain to research, develop, and deploy scalable models and systems to analyze, create, and transform media assets. 

• Design reusable algorithms and frameworks for the full cycle of machine learning in the multimedia domain, such as data processing, feature extraction, distributed model training with GPUs, and deploying the produced models into production.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with research scientists, product managers, creators, and business partners to help define and prioritize system requirements.

• Work closely with ML/CV/Graphics researchers and Studio teams to productize algorithms and models, and efficiently run human-in-the-loop inference tasks.

• Participate in algorithm development and propose scalable designs.

• Promote and facilitate software engineering best practices in the team.

• Excellent ML / CV fundamentals

• Passion for turning ideas into products and improving the user experience

• Experience with research and comfort with the ambiguity of an emerging field

• Skills in OO programming (Python, Java, or C++) 

• Experience with ML, CV, and/or graphics pipelines

• Excellent communication and people engagement skills

• Experience with large-scale distributed data processing systems and cloud infrastructure

• Industry experience with machine learning engineering in a production setting

• Experience with models and tools for generative models, such as Diffusion models and ComfyUI

• Building end-to-end multimedia systems and algorithms

• Deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch and Tensorflow

• Computer graphics and VFX tools and game engines such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Maya, or Nuke

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including 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, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer 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. See more details about our Benefits here.

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