Director of Machine Learning, ML Datasets Engineering

2 Months ago • 8 Years + • $400,000 PA - $490,000 PA

Research Development

Job Description

Runway is a global AI research and technology company building Universal Simulation systems that are becoming foundational for creating various media from images to videos, graphic design to architecture, and interactive games to social media. We are seeking a Director of Machine Learning specializing in Dataset Engineering to lead our strategic efforts in data acquisition, management, and optimization. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, hands-on data analysis, and technical expertise to drive the company's AI model development through high-quality datasets. The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing data partnerships, developing data strategies aligned with product and research objectives, analyzing the data ecosystem, and managing data costs.

Good To Have:

Focus on large-scale, multimodal datasets
Participate in hands-on data analysis
Optimize data usage and storage

Must Have:

8+ years in machine learning and dataset engineering
Experience leading senior data strategies and partnerships
Expertise in data analysis of complex datasets
Knowledge of data cost management
Understanding of dataset engineering advancements
Experience with external data providers
Ability to connect technical and business strategies
Leadership skills for data teams
Strong communication skills

Perks:

Competitive salary and compensation package
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technology
Be part of a creative, open-minded, and ambitious team
Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity
Recognized as a best place to work

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We are a global AI research and technology company focused on building Universal Simulation systems. The research we are doing and the tools we are building are maturing rapidly and are quickly becoming the foundation for how we will all soon approach making anything. From images to videos, scripted media to documentaries, graphic design to architecture, interactive games to social media, new forms of learning and the future of entertainment itself. Everyone will be empowered to make anything. There will no longer be any barriers to entry.

Our team consists of creative, open minded, caring and ambitious people who are determined to change the world. We aspire to continuously build impossible things and our ability to do so relies on building an incredible team. If you are driven to do the same, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

_{*Open to hiring remote across North America and Europe — we also have offices in NYC, San Francisco, Seattle, London, and Tel Aviv}

We are looking for a Director of Machine Learning specializing in Dataset Engineering to lead our strategic efforts in data acquisition, management, and optimization. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on data analysis and technical expertise.

What you'll do

Establish and oversee data partnerships to obtain high-quality datasets for our AI models
Develop data strategies that support Runway's product and research objectives
Analyze our data ecosystem to find gaps and areas for improvement
Work with external partners on new data projects
Keep up with advances in dataset engineering and machine learning, applying new methods to our work
Participate in hands-on data analysis, guiding the team in data exploration and interpretation
Manage data costs and implement ways to optimize data usage and storage

What you'll need

8+ years of experience in machine learning and dataset engineering, focusing on large-scale, multimodal datasets
Experience leading data strategies and partnerships at a senior level
Expertise in data analysis, with practical experience in examining complex datasets
Knowledge of data cost management and optimization techniques
Understanding of current developments in dataset engineering and machine learning
Experience working with external data providers and managing large data projects
Ability to connect technical concepts with business strategies
Leadership skills to guide a team of data engineers and analysts
Communication skills to explain complex data concepts to various audiences

Runway strives to recruit and retain exceptional talent from diverse backgrounds while ensuring pay equity for our team. Our salary ranges are based on competitive market rates for our size, stage, and industry, and salary is just one part of the overall compensation package we provide.

There are many factors that go into salary determinations, including relevant experience, skill level, and qualifications assessed during the interview process and maintaining internal equity with peers on the team. The range shared below is a general expectation for the function as posted, but we are also open to considering candidates who may be more or less experienced than outlined in the job description. In this case, we will communicate any updates in the expected salary range.

Lastly, the provided range is the expected salary for candidates in the U.S. Outside of those regions, there may be a change in the range, which again, will be communicated to candidates.

Salary range: $400,000-$490,000

Working at Runway

Great things come from great teams. We’d love to hear from you.

We’re committed to creating a space where our employees can bring their full selves to work and have equal opportunity to succeed. So regardless of race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, origin, ability, age, veteran status, if joining this mission speaks to you, we encourage you to apply.

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