As a Senior Machine Learning Systems Engineer on the Ranking Platform at reddit, you are driving the evolution of content ranking and recommendation systems that power the world's largest online community. This role entails leveraging your expertise in machine learning, distributed systems, and software engineering to design, develop, and deploy scalable and efficient ranking models. By joining our team, you are contributing to the success of reddit's mission to deliver content that resonates with users, fostering engagement and community growth. The impact of this position is far-reaching, influencing the user experience for hundreds of millions of people. With reddit's commitment to innovation and growth, this role offers unparalleled opportunities for professional advancement and the chance to work on complex, high-impact projects that shape the future of online content discovery.

As a Senior Machine Learning Systems Engineer, your key responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing ranking models that incorporate machine learning algorithms and natural language processing techniques


• Developing and maintaining large-scale distributed systems that support real-time content ranking and recommendation


• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including data science, product, and engineering to drive the development of new features and platforms


• Ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of ranking systems, leveraging continuous delivery and deployment practices


• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the growth and development of the team


• Participating in the design and implementation of A/B testing and experimentation frameworks to measure the effectiveness of ranking models


• Staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in machine learning and distributed systems, applying this knowledge to drive innovation and improvement in ranking platforms. You will be working in a remote environment, collaborating closely with colleagues across the United States, and reporting to the Engineering Manager of the Ranking Platform team. Your day-to-day activities will involve a mix of coding, collaboration, and strategic planning, requiring strong technical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

By joining reddit as a Senior Machine Learning Systems Engineer, you are becoming part of a vibrant community that values innovation