Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI Modeling and Inference at Snap Inc. | Bellevue, WA, US | Rezi

Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI Modeling and Inference at Snap Inc.

Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI Modeling and Inference

Snap Inc. · Bellevue, WA, US

2 weeks ago

Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI Modeling and Inference

Snap Inc. · Bellevue, WA, US

15 days ago
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About the Role

The Generative ML Platform team at Snap Inc. builds cutting-edge AI technologies for creative, scalable experiences used by millions of Snapchatters. We develop the full stack of generative AI, including foundational models, efficient infrastructure, and inference solutions. This role focuses on developing innovative machine learning technology and products, building AR experiences with generative models, and delivering generative ML experiences on device.

Responsibilities

  • Develop innovative machine learning technology and products that serve millions of Snapchatters
  • Build cutting-edge augmented reality experiences using generative models
  • Deliver generative machine learning experiences on device
  • Partner with cross-functional Snap teams to explore and prototype new products

Requirements

  • A proven passion for machine learning; you stay up-to-date with research and are excited about prototyping new ideas quickly
  • Familiarity with Neural Networks and Deep Learning and Generative Modeling
  • Deep understanding of mathematics and/or machine learning algorithms
  • Desire to solve open ambiguous problems
  • Desire to grow professionally, learn and help others
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external partners
  • Ability to work independently
  • Bachelor's degree in technical field such as computer science, mathematics, statistics or equivalent years of experience
  • 8+ years of post-Bachelor’s machine learning or related experience; or a Master’s degree in a technical field + 7+ years of post-grad ML or related experience; or a PhD in a related technical field + 4+ years of post-grad ML or related experience
  • Experience with Computer Vision or Generative Modeling techniques
  • Experience working with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX, MLX, scikit-learn, or related frameworks
  • Advanced degree in computer science or related field
  • Experience training large-scale diffusion models for images, videos or 3D
  • Knowledge of distillation, quantization and model compression techniques
  • Knowledge of GPU, CPU, or NPU optimization techniques
  • Experience building and optimizing ML inference pipelines

Skills

  • Machine Learning
  • Neural Networks
  • Deep Learning
  • Generative Modeling
  • Mathematics
  • Machine Learning Algorithms
  • Computer Vision
  • TensorFlow
  • PyTorch
  • JAX
  • MLX
  • scikit-learn
  • Diffusion models
  • Distillation
  • Quantization
  • Model compression
  • GPU optimization
  • CPU optimization
  • NPU optimization
  • ML inference pipelines

Location

  • United States

Work Type

  • Onsite (4+ days per week)

Experience Level

  • 8+ years post-Bachelor's experience
  • 7+ years post-grad experience with Master's degree
  • 4+ years post-grad experience with PhD

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics or equivalent
  • Master's degree in a technical field
  • PhD in a related technical field

Salary/Compensations

  • Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): $229,000-$343,000 annually
  • Zone B: $218,000-$326,000 annually
  • Zone C: $195,000-$292,000 annually

Benefits

  • Paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive medical coverage
  • Emotional and mental health support programs
  • Compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success (RSUs)

About the Company

  • Snap Inc. is a technology company focused on improving the way people live and communicate through the camera.
  • The Company operates Snapchat, Specs Inc., Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.
  • Snap's Generative ML Platform team builds cutting-edge AI technologies that power creative, scalable experiences for hundreds of millions of Snapchatters worldwide.
  • We develop the full stack of generative AI, including foundational models, efficient infrastructure, and on-device and server-side inference.
  • Our team creates intuitive tools, platforms, and agentic systems that empower creators, developers, and internal teams to bring ideas to life, while advancing personalized, human-centric experiences across mobile, web, and wearable devices like Spectacles.

Equal Opportunity

  • Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
  • EOE, including disability/vets.
  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).