Ebay Applied Researcher 

United States, California, San Jose 

368977687

Position Overview:

As an Applied Researcher within our Advertising team, you will play a pivotal role in developing machine learning models and algorithms to guide advertisers effectively. Your work will directly impact our guidance systems, enhancing ad performance and delivering actionable insights. You will lead our efforts in data analysis, uncovering trends, and driving data-informed decisions that support our advertisers' success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Machine Learning Development: Design, implement, and validate machine learning models tailored to advertising applications. Focus on developing systems that provide actionable guidance to advertisers, optimizing ad performance and engagement.

• ML & DL Solution Value Understanding: Lead comprehensive data analyses to identify trends, insights, interpret experimentation and size opportunities within the advertising domain. Translate complex datasets into understandable and actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, engineers, and other researchers to integrate machine learning insights into our advertising products. Ensure that our advertiser guidance systems are aligned with user needs and business goals.

• Innovation and Research: Stay abreast of the latest developments in machine learning and advertising technologies. Contribute to internal and external research communities by publishing findings, attending conferences, and participating in collaborative projects.

• Technical Mentoring: Mentor junior researchers and data analysts. Share knowledge and best practices in machine learning and data analysis to uplift the team's capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Education: Ph.D. or M.S. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field with a focus on machine learning or data science.

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in applied research or development of machine learning models, data analysis, preferably with the advertising industry or a closely related field.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong programming skills in Python, Scala, or similar languages. Proficiency with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark). Proficiency in SQL is a must.

• Analytical Skills: Exceptional ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and derive actionable insights. Expertise in data mining and segmentation. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI) is a plus.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits are an essential part of your total compensation for the work you do every day. Whether you’re single, in a growing family, or nearing retirement, eBay offers a variety of comprehensive and competitive benefit programs to meet your needs. Including maternal & paternal leave, paid sabbatical, and plans to help ensure your financial security today and in the years ahead because we know feeling financially secure during your working years and through retirement is important.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment in California, Washington, or New York is expected in the range below.

$135,200 - $205,700

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