Director, ML Engineering & Infrastructure at Tubi

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Streaming, Media, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of industry experience spanning machine learning engineering and distributed systems
  • 3+ years of leadership and management experience, with a proven ability to build and lead strong technical teams
  • MSc or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Proven expertise in building and deploying end-to-end ML systems at scale, including recommendation and personalization systems
  • Strong background in distributed systems architecture, including low-latency services, streaming platforms, and large-scale serving
  • Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and ML infrastructure technologies
  • Track record of delivering high-quality, scalable, and fault-tolerant systems
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to influence product and technical strategy
  • Proven experience deploying large-scale serving systems on AWS and demonstrated expertise in leveraging Databricks for large-scale data processing and ML workflows

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage high-performing teams across ML engineering and ML infrastructure, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth
  • Define and execute the strategic roadmap for ML systems, including recommendation, personalization, and ads optimization
  • Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable ML pipelines: data ingestion, feature engineering, model training, evaluation, and serving
  • Architect distributed systems to support ML workloads at scale, ensuring reliability, observability, and operational excellence
  • Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Content teams to align on business goals and deliver impactful ML-driven experiences
  • Support best practices in experimentation, evaluation, and ML system monitoring
  • Ensure cost efficiency, scalability, and performance in ML infrastructure investments

Skills

ML Engineering
ML Infrastructure
Recommendation Systems
Personalization
Ads Optimization
Data Ingestion
Feature Engineering
Model Training
Model Evaluation
Model Serving
Distributed Systems

Tubi

Free ad-supported movie and TV streaming

About Tubi

Tubi provides a free streaming service that allows users to watch a large selection of movies and TV shows without any subscription fees. The platform operates on an ad-supported model, meaning that while users can access content for free, they will see advertisements during their viewing. This approach makes Tubi appealing to individuals who are looking for quality entertainment without the costs associated with services like Netflix or Hulu. Tubi primarily targets a diverse audience, including budget-conscious consumers and those who prefer streaming over traditional cable TV. Currently, Tubi operates in the United States and is working on meeting GDPR requirements to expand into European markets. The company's goal is to offer accessible entertainment while generating revenue through advertising partnerships.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$73MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Compensation - Every employee is paid a competitive & equitable salary.
Benefits - We offer generous coverage for health, dental, vision, and more for you and your dependents.
Parental Leave Program - We are proud to support growing families of all shapes and sizes and types. We welcome each new addition with generous paid time off to bond with your new addition.
Wellness - Tubi cares about your well being inside and out. That’s why we offer multiple coverage options for mental and physical well being for you and your family as well as a fitness stipend.
Tuition Reimbursement Program - Your professional growth and development are important to Tubi and we’re here to support you.
401(k) Match - Investing in your future is important to us. From our highly-rated retirement savings matches to financial advisors and planning services, we offer many resources to help keep you financially fit.

Risks

'Scenes' may struggle to differentiate from TikTok and Instagram Reels.
UK expansion faces regulatory and competitive challenges from local streaming services.
Past perceptions of Tubi as a 'scam' may hinder brand trust and growth.

Differentiation

Tubi offers a vast library of free, ad-supported content, unlike subscription services.
The 'Scenes' feature provides TikTok-style clips to enhance content discovery.
Tubi's partnerships with creators like Issa Rae boost its appeal to diverse audiences.

Upsides

Growing interest in ad-supported streaming boosts Tubi's user base and ad revenue.
The 'Scenes' feature aligns with the trend of short-form video consumption.
Tubi's potential European expansion opens new markets and revenue streams.

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