Ibotta

Principal Machine Learning Engineer

Ibotta$228K — $253K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience as a Machine Learning Engineer or Software Engineer focused on scalable ML systems.
  • Advanced knowledge of multiple ML frameworks such as Sklearn, TensorFlow, Sagemaker, and Spark ML.
  • Expertise in distributed big-data tools and event-driven architectures, particularly Spark and Kafka.
  • Strong experience in building and monitoring mission-critical ML models for high-traffic applications.
  • Extensive experience in cloud-based infrastructure, preferably AWS.
  • Proven ability to drive organization-wide ML strategy and technical standards.
  • Experience mentoring senior engineers and leading cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

  • Research and design next-generation ML architectures and workflows that align with product features.
  • Collaborate with architecture and Machine Learning Platform teams for service and pipeline integration.
  • Act as a thought leader in the machine learning community within the organization.
  • Identify and evaluate emerging big data and ML technologies for adoption.
  • Serve as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to clarify complex concepts.
  • Lead design, development, and deployment of production-grade ML systems company-wide.
  • Communicate ML solutions and analysis to business and technology leaders effectively.
  • Mentor ML Engineers and Data Scientists to promote rigorous best practices and technical ownership.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with flexible time off.
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision).
  • Lifestyle Spending Account.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program.
  • 401k match.
  • Denver office perks such as paid parking, snacks, and occasional meals.
Full Job Description
Ibotta is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to join our Core Data & Analytics team and contribute to our mission to Make Every Purchase Rewarding. We're looking for someone who has a passion for building scalable machine learning solutions using technologies and tools such as Python, Spark, Databricks, AWS, Sagemaker, etc. As a Principal Machine Learning Engineer, you will act as a technical leader and delivery owner for complex, high-impact ML initiatives spanning foundation models, data systems, and large-scale ML platforms. This role will immediately define ML strategy and drive impact through the support, guidance, and collaboration with multiple teams as part of our analytics organization. You'll advance your technical leadership skills by establishing best practices for the team and company, while mentoring other Machine Learning Engineers and Data Scientists on the team.

This position is available in multiple locations:

Denver, Colorado - if you are in or willing to relocate to the Denver area, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).

Remote options are available for the following states - AZ, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI. Not based in one of these areas? We will offer a relocation bonus to help make your move to the Mile High City a smooth one.

What you will be doing:
  • Research, design, and deploy the next generation of Ibotta's ML architectures, workflows, and standards that seamlessly integrate with key product features across the organization.
  • Work with Ibotta architecture and Machine Learning Platform teams to ensure integration of machine learning services and pipelines in larger technology infrastructure.
  • Be the leading contributor, voice, and thought leader in a growing community of machine learning practitioners.
  • Identify, research, prototype and evaluate cutting edge big data and machine learning technologies.
  • Act as a liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to communicate complex concepts clearly.
  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of production-grade ML systems across the organization.
  • Communicate complex machine learning solutions, concepts and the results of analyses in a clear and effective manner to business stakeholders and technology leaders to maximize the effectiveness of machine learning initiatives.
  • Mentor ML Engineers and Data Scientists, fostering a culture of technical ownership, rigorous experimentation, and best practices.


What we are looking for:
  • 10+ years of professional industry experience as a Machine Learning Engineer or Software Engineer, focused on deploying machine learning systems at scale.
  • Advanced knowledge of multiple ML frameworks like: Sklearn, TensorFlow, Sagemaker, Spark ML.
  • Expertise working with distributed big-data tools and event-based architectures, ideally Spark and Kafka.
  • Deep hands-on experience prototyping, building, releasing, and monitoring mission-critical machine learning models in high traffic applications.
  • Extensive experience working within a cloud-based infrastructure, ideally AWS.
  • Experience driving org-wide ML strategy or setting technical standards across teams.
  • Track record of mentoring senior engineers or leading cross-functional initiatives.
  • Comfort operating with ambiguity and influencing without direct authority.


Additional Details:
  • This position is located in Denver, CO and includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), Lifestyle Spending Account, Employee Stock Purchase Program, and 401k match. Denver office perks include paid parking, snacks, and occasional meals.
  • Base compensation range: $228,000 - $253,000 Equity is included in overall compensation package. This compensation range is specific to the United States labor market and may be adjusted based on actual experience.


Recruiting Agency Notice
Ibotta does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to any Ibotta employees.

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About Ibotta

Ibotta is a mobile app that allows users to earn cash back on purchases made at participating retailers. The app was founded in 2011 and has since grown to become one of the most popular shopping apps in the United States. Ibotta partners with over 1,500 retailers, including Walmart, Target, and Amazon, to offer users cash back on their purchases. The company has raised over $85 million in funding and has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the country by Inc. Magazine.
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2011

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