Machine Learning Manager - PF&O (Recommendations & Forecasting)

The Machine Learning Manager will set the technical vision and strategy for the Auto-Bidding team, defining and executing the long-term roadmap while collaborating with leadership on technology investments. They will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of high-performance advertiser- and sales-facing recommendation and forecasting systems, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and advertiser satisfaction. Additionally, they will recruit, mentor, and retain top engineering talent, foster a collaborative culture, and partner with Product Managers and other engineering teams to align technical work with product requirements. The manager will also champion continuous improvement by driving best practices for model quality, experimentation, system reliability, and operational excellence, while identifying opportunities to increase engineering velocity, reduce costs, and improve system performance.