
About Instacart
Fast grocery delivery from your favorite stores
Key Highlights
- Valuation of $39 billion with $2.4 billion raised
- Partners with over 40,000 stores including Costco and Kroger
- Headquartered in San Francisco, California
- Serves millions of customers across the U.S. and Canada
Instacart is a leading grocery delivery service headquartered in San Francisco, California, serving millions of customers across the U.S. and Canada. Partnering with major retailers like Costco, Kroger, and Publix, Instacart offers same-day delivery from over 40,000 stores. The company has raised ov...
๐ Benefits
Instacart offers competitive salaries, equity options, flexible PTO, and a remote work policy that supports work-life balance. Employees also benefit ...
๐ Culture
Instacart fosters a customer-centric culture focused on innovation and efficiency in grocery delivery. The company emphasizes data-driven decision-mak...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Instacart is hiring a Senior Machine Learning Engineer II for their AI Special Projects team to drive innovation in grocery delivery. You'll work with Python, TensorFlow, and PyTorch to develop generative recommendation systems and hyper-personalized marketing content. This position requires strong experience in machine learning and data analysis.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in machine learning and data analysis, with a strong foundation in Python and its libraries. Your expertise in TensorFlow and PyTorch allows you to build and deploy complex machine learning models that enhance user experiences. You understand the intricacies of generative recommendation systems and have a knack for creating hyper-personalized marketing content that resonates with diverse audiences.
You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to drive innovation. Your analytical mindset enables you to dissect complex problems and derive actionable insights from data. You are passionate about leveraging AI to transform industries and improve customer experiences, particularly in the grocery sector.
Desirable
Experience with SQL and data manipulation is a plus, as it allows you to efficiently handle large datasets. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP can enhance your ability to deploy machine learning solutions at scale. You are also open to learning new technologies and methodologies that can further your contributions to the team.
What you'll do
As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer II at Instacart, you will be at the forefront of AI innovation, working on projects that redefine the grocery shopping experience. You will design and implement machine learning models that power generative recommendation systems, helping customers discover products tailored to their preferences. Your role will involve collaborating with product managers and engineers to integrate these models into the Instacart platform, ensuring seamless user experiences.
You will also contribute to the development of hyper-personalized marketing content, utilizing your machine learning expertise to analyze customer behavior and preferences. By leveraging data analysis techniques, you will identify trends and insights that inform marketing strategies and enhance customer engagement.
In addition to your technical contributions, you will mentor junior engineers and share your knowledge of machine learning best practices. You will participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of the team's processes and methodologies. Your insights will help shape the direction of AI initiatives at Instacart, making a significant impact on the company's growth and innovation.
What we offer
Instacart provides a flexible work environment, allowing you to choose where you do your best workโwhether from home, an office, or your favorite coffee shop. We believe in fostering a collaborative culture that encourages creativity and innovation. As part of our commitment to employee well-being, we offer competitive compensation, including a base salary range of CAN $203,000โ$225,000 CAD, along with equity grants and comprehensive benefits.
Join us in transforming the grocery industry and making a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of customers. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirementโyour passion for AI and machine learning is what matters most.
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