Machine Learning Engineer

Summary

Join Quora's Poe team as a Machine Learning Engineer and make a significant impact on our AI-powered platform. This remote-first position offers the opportunity to improve existing machine learning systems, identify new applications for machine learning within the Poe product, and collaborate with engineers to implement efficient algorithms and systems. You will take end-to-end ownership of machine learning systems, from prototyping to large-scale real-time applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, experience with transformer models and LLM applications, and proficiency in Python or C++. Quora offers a wide range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, equity refreshers, remote work reimbursement, and paid time off.

Requirements

• Ability to be available for meetings and impromptu communication during Quora's “ coordination hours " (Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm Pacific Time)
• A 2024 or 2025 graduate with or pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field
• Strong understanding of mathematical foundations of Machine Learning algorithms
• Experience of transformer models and LLM applications
• Strong knowledge of Python or C++, or the ability to learn them quickly
• A passion for learning and always improving yourself and the team around you

Responsibilities

• Improve our existing Machine Learning systems using your expertise
• Identify new opportunities to apply Machine Learning to different parts of the Poe product
• Work with other engineers to implement algorithms and systems in an efficient way
• Take end-to-end ownership of Machine Learning systems -- from prototyping, data pipelines and training, to realtime LLM application at scale

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous software engineering experience via an internship, work experience, or coding competition
• Previous industry experience working on natural language processing, language modeling, etc
• Passion for Quora's mission and goals

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision coverage
• Equity refreshers
• Remote work reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance programs