Expedia Group | Machine Learning Scientist III | Austin, TX | United States | BigDataKB.com | 2023-01-27

Machine Learning Scientist III

Expedia Group is the global leader in travel. From the practical matters of booking flights, cars, hotels, packages, local activities, or vacation rentals to the realization of dreams and bucket lists, we cover the entire breadth of this deep and varied relationship. We team up with our partners to provide outstanding offers to our customers. Some of our partners are huge brands, and some are individuals with a studio apartment to rent. Our customers are diverse, and we seek to deliver value and a great experience. Our technical challenges are endlessly sophisticated and yet meaningful and exciting.

We are looking for a Machine Learning Scientist to join our growing Natural Language & Content AI team. This position focuses on the development and optimization of Expedia’s Natural Language and Computer Vision (CV) models such as Natural Language Processing/Understanding (NLP/NLU), Named Entity Recognition (NER), Question Answering (Q&A), and Image Classification. Innovation and developing cutting-edge technology as well as implementing industry-leading solutions are key responsibilities of this role. The machine learning models and algorithms you develop will improve the experiences of millions of travelers and travel partners each year.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop Natural Language and/or Computer Vision models with superior performance to power Expedia’s Travel platform

• Conduct statistical analysis of the model performance using data collected from the field

• Optimize existing models for improved accuracy and better performance

• Apply best-in-class machine learning techniques to solve the business problems at hand

• Produce novel insights with machine learning to advise company strategy

• Conduct research and develop novel machine learning algorithms and solutions

• Communicate sophisticated concepts and the results of the analyses in a clear and effective manner

• Collaborate with other statisticians, machine learning scientists and machine learning engineers to formulate innovative solutions to experiment and implement sophisticated modeling techniques

Who you are:

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, Statistics, Math, Engineering, or equivalent experience

• 2+ years of experience in NLP, CV, Deep Learning, or Data/Machine Learning Science

• Expert knowledge of programming languages such as Python and R

• Proven knowledge of processing and analyzing large scale data volumes, semi-structured and unstructured data

• Strong knowledge and expertise in TensorFlow and/or PyTorch

• Knowledge of the following languages is considered additional asset: Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Japanese, Arabic

The total cash range for this position in Austin is $128,500 to $180,000.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $205,500, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.

The total cash range for this position in Seattle is $128,500.00 to $180,000.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $205,500.00, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.

Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.

Expedia Group is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including medical/dental/vision, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program. To fuel each employee’s passion for travel, we offer a wellness & travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and an International Airlines Travel Agent (IATAN) membership.View our full list of benefits.

Expedia iscommittedto creating an inclusive workenvironmentwith a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 to confirm work authorization.