Base Salary
$173k - $219k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy machine learning solutions for practical marketplace challenges.
- Develop algorithms and models for order batching, shopper routing, service availability prediction, and real-time assignment.
- Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and backend engineers to translate business needs into machine learning applications.
- Engage stakeholders to ensure solutions are integrated effectively and aligned with business goals.
- Continuously refine algorithms and models to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and shopper experience.
Requirements
- A master’s or PhD in Operations Research or Industrial Engineering is required.
- At least 3 years of industry experience using machine learning to solve real-world problems with large datasets is required.
- Strong programming skills in Python and fluency with SQL, Pandas, scikit-learn, XGBoost, and Keras or TensorFlow are required.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills are required.
- Knowledge of deep learning frameworks and methodologies is preferred.
- Experience applying machine learning and optimization techniques to marketplace problems is preferred.
Benefits
- Remote work with a Flex First policy allowing work from home, an office, or another preferred location
- Regular in-person events to build connection and community
- New hire equity grant and annual refresh grants
- Market-competitive compensation and benefits based on work location
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About Instacart
Instacart is a leading grocery technology company that partners with more than 2,200 retail banners – representing nearly 100,000 stores – to transform how people shop for the groceries they need from the retailers they trust, while creating flexible earning opportunities for shoppers. Through the Instacart Marketplace, Instacart Enterprise platform, and Instacart Ads ecosystem, the company powers ecommerce, fulfillment, in-store technology, AI offerings, and advertising for partners. With Instacart Health, the company is providing tools to increase nutrition security, make healthy choices easier for consumers, and expand the role that food can play in improving health outcomes. For more information, visit www.instacart.com/company.