Machine Learning Engineer - MLDev

3 Months ago • 5 Years + • Research Development • $413,250 PA - $555,750 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

ByteDance's AML team is developing next-generation AI infrastructure and recommendation platforms for ads, search, and e-commerce ranking. They seek a Machine Learning Engineer to design and implement a global-scale machine learning system for these ranking models. Responsibilities include building a user-friendly ML development API framework, collaborating with model teams, and optimizing model performance across various hardware. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Python/C/C++, familiar with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow/PyTorch), and experienced with compiler development tools (MLIR, LLVM) and parallel computing (CUDA).
Must have:
  • Design & implement global-scale ML systems
  • Build flexible ML development API framework
  • Collaborate with model teams
  • Optimize model performance on various hardware
  • Proficient in Python/C/C++
  • Familiar with TensorFlow/PyTorch
  • Experience with MLIR, LLVM, CUDA
Good to have:
  • 5+ years GPU performance optimization
  • Large-scale system development & deployment
  • Contributions to open-source ML frameworks
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Wellbeing benefits
  • 10 paid holidays, 10 paid sick days, 17 days PTO

Job Details

Responsibilities
The mission of our AML team is to push the next-generation AI infrastructure and recommendation platform for the ads ranking, search ranking, live & ecom ranking in our company. We also drive substantial impact on core businesses of the company. Currently, we are looking for Machine Learning Engineer in MLDev (Machine Learning System) to join our team to support and advance that mission. Responsibilities: - Responsible for the design and implementation of a global-scale machine learning system for feeds, ads and search ranking models. - Responsible for building a flexible and easy-to-use Machine Learning development API framework. - Responsible for collaboration with model teams and providing general solutions to meet their requirements. - Convert high-level ML models into formats that can run efficiently on different hardware, and optimize performance.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: - Proficient in Python/C/C++, and have solid programming skills. - Familiar with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow/Pytorch). - Capable of using compiler development tools such as MLIR, LLVM, as well as parallel computing platform such as CUDA. - Familiar with common machine learning models (MLP/WordEmbedding/Transformer). Preferred Qualifications: - At least 5 years of experience in GPU performance optimization. - Experience in developing and deploying large-scale systems. - Experience contributing to an open sourced machine learning framework (TensorFlow/PyTorch).
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $413250 - $555750 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

3. Exercising sound judgment.

About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

Reasonable Accommodation

ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at

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