Headout

Machine Learning Engineer

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Travel & Tourism, MarketplaceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a minimum of 4 years of experience in machine learning engineering, demonstrating proficiency in various applications such as recommendations, classification, prediction, and natural language processing. A strong foundation in machine learning fundamentals and techniques is essential, with practical experience taking ML models from development to production. Proficiency in Python is required, along with experience utilizing ML libraries like TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, or Hugging Face and XGBoost.

Responsibilities

As a Machine Learning Engineer at Headout, you will design, develop, and deploy sophisticated ML models across applications including recommendations, search optimization, pricing, and operational efficiency, collaborating closely with diverse teams to enhance the platform and create exceptional experiences for travelers worldwide. You will contribute to improving the recommendation engine, optimizing search rankings, developing forecasting models, and leveraging rich data to drive meaningful outcomes, ultimately impacting millions of travelers across 190+ countries.

Skills

Machine Learning
AI
Data Modeling
Algorithm Development
Python
Deep Learning
Data Analysis
Model Deployment

Headout

Connects travelers with local experiences

About Headout

Headout connects travelers with local experiences and attractions in cities worldwide. The platform aggregates a variety of activities, such as theme park visits, city tours, and cultural experiences, making it easy for users to discover and book these experiences online. Headout partners with local tour operators and experience providers, earning revenue through a commission-based model when customers book activities. This approach aligns the interests of Headout with its partners, promoting increased bookings and customer satisfaction. The platform enhances user experience by offering real-time availability, instant booking confirmations, and live chat support with local experts, allowing travelers to plan their activities confidently and easily. Headout's goal is to provide memorable urban experiences by connecting tourists with the best local activities.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$63.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited sick leaves including period leaves for women (and transgender people).
Unlimited mental wellness leaves.
No ceiling general leave.
Gender neutral 26 weeks leave for primary caregiver and 30 days for secondary caregiver. Applies for non-natural birth including adoption, surrogacy and same-sex partners.
1. In India, we provide a health insurance **cover for INR 7 lacs** for yourself, your spouse, your children and your parents (up to 6 in total). For other countries, we follow **local best practices**. Details be will be added here shortly.
50% off fitness class memberships.
Medical tele-consultation with doctors [India only].
Wellness programs once a month.
Online health platform(s) subscriptions.
Employee Assistance Program. We've got your back.
1. $500 Headout credits to, you guessed it, head out to any of our experiences around the world.
Paid courses and sessions for your learning & growth.
Access to conferences and meetups.
Community Lunches twice a week across all offices.
Travel across our global offices if your role demands it.
If your role requires you to move countries, we will do whatever it takes to take care of you. We are not limited by any policies when it comes to getting great talent to join us.

Risks

Integration challenges from Dabble acquisition may disrupt service if not managed well.
Price drops in 'Drops' feature could impact profit margins without increased volume.
Rapid expansion to 500 cities may strain resources and lead to inefficiencies.

Differentiation

Headout offers real-time availability and instant booking confirmations for seamless travel planning.
The platform connects travelers with over 10,000 curated experiences worldwide.
Headout's commission-based model aligns its interests with local experience providers.

Upsides

Headout's expansion to 500 cities will increase its global market presence.
The acquisition of Dabble enhances Headout's AI capabilities for personalized travel experiences.
Partnerships with Tiqets and Big Red Group expand Headout's reach in the Australian market.

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