Machine Learning Engineer, Relevance at Patreon

San Francisco, California, United States

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$200,000 – $300,000Compensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media, Community PlatformIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or the equivalent
Experience working in an end-to-end machine learning team environment
Analyzing data, building and iterating on machine learning models, writing production-level code and shipping to production
Solid communication skills and ability to write clear documentation
Curious mindset and ability to dive deeply into datasets
Experience debugging complex systems with a systematic approach
Experience with Python or other programming languages
A growth mindset and ability to continuously improve soft and technical skills
Experience with machine learning models, including training and deployment
Ability to work in a hybrid environment with flexible work schedule (2 days per week in-office)
Ability to work in San Francisco or New York
Ability to work remotely (2 days per week in-office)

Responsibilities

Conduct exploratory data analyses and proof-of-concept machine learning models
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to design effective machine learning solutions
Analyze and prepare training data using crowdsourcing techniques
Train and iterate on machine learning models using novel techniques
Deploy machine learning models to production and write backend code
Debug models when performance gaps are observed
Iterate on models based on observability
Write clean and robust code in Python or other programming languages
Conduct A/B testing
Monitor performance of machine learning models
Develop clear documentation for machine learning models and code
Participate in code reviews and ensure code quality

Skills

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Model Building

Python

Data Labeling

Model Deployment

A/B Testing

Backend Code

Patreon

Membership platform for creators and artists

About Patreon

Patreon is a membership platform that connects artists and creators with their most dedicated fans, allowing them to earn a sustainable income. It serves a variety of creators, including writers, musicians, visual artists, and podcasters, by enabling them to offer exclusive content and experiences to their supporters, known as patrons, in exchange for a monthly subscription fee. Creators can set up different membership tiers that provide various perks, which helps them establish a reliable income stream that is often more stable than traditional revenue sources like advertising. Patreon takes a percentage of the earnings from creators, ensuring that the company's success is tied to the success of its users. The platform also provides tools for creators to manage their memberships, engage with patrons, and grow their audience. The main goal of Patreon is to support independent creators in achieving financial stability and fostering a closer relationship with their audience.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$342.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Equity - Our company was built on the idea of value for value. To get the best on board, we provide competitive base salaries, stock options, and a 401k program.

The Bells and Whistles - As they say, it’s the little things: commuter stipend, computer gear, standing desks, a learning stipend for your professional development and a monthly patronage stipend.

Health Coverage - We offer incredible healthcare options for you and your loved ones (including dental, vision and mental health), as well as snacks and a daily catered lunch.

Balance & Wellness - We offer a gym stipend (or Fitness SF membership), as well as unlimited vacation and sick leave.

Risks

Alleged privacy violations could lead to legal challenges for Patreon.

Integration with AltStore PAL may attract scrutiny from Apple.

Recent layoffs and office closures suggest potential financial instability.

Differentiation

Patreon offers creators a direct revenue stream through fan subscriptions.

The platform supports diverse creators, from musicians to visual artists and podcasters.

Patreon aligns its success with creators by taking a percentage of their earnings.

Upsides

Growing demand for exclusive content boosts Patreon's appeal to creators.

Integration with AltStore PAL expands monetization opportunities for developers.

Expansion of e-commerce features diversifies creators' income streams.

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