Senior Applied Researcher
eBay- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess a Master's or PhD in machine learning, data science, or a related field, or be enrolled in an advanced degree program. Demonstrated expertise in machine learning or artificial intelligence is required, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications at conferences or journals such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, KDD, or related. A solid understanding of machine learning and prior research experience in recommender systems is essential. Strong hands-on skills in implementing advanced ML algorithms, as well as sourcing, cleaning, analyzing, and modeling large-scale real data are also necessary.
The Senior Research Scientist will participate in groundbreaking research in machine learning and artificial intelligence, focusing on large-scale foundation models and applying scientific knowledge to analyze data, conduct experiments, and devise solutions through hands-on ML development. They will work on practical applications such as recommendation, search, voice and language understanding, and areas related to music and talk audio, collaborating with a diverse team to design creative solutions and maintain a research profile through external engagement like publishing and presenting at conferences.
Digital music streaming service with podcasts
Spotify provides a digital music streaming service that allows users to access millions of songs and podcasts from various artists and creators. Users can choose between a free plan, which includes advertisements, and a premium subscription that offers an ad-free experience along with features like offline listening and higher sound quality. This tiered model caters to different user preferences and budgets. Spotify generates revenue through subscription fees from premium users and advertising from the free tier. Unlike its competitors, Spotify stands out with its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, and personalized playlists. The company's goal is to connect listeners with a wide range of audio content while supporting artists and advertisers.