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Karkidi

Staff Data Scientist, Algorithm, Support Products

Karkidi, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


The Difference You Will Make:For this role, we’re seeking an NLP expert to join the Customer Support Data Science team, and have a direct opportunity to contribute, influence, and lead in the CS x AI space by designing scalable scientific solutions for problems like:Detect intents across various entry points with large scale unstructured data using NLP methodsGenerate most helpful self-solve contents in line with Airbnb policy leveraging generative AI to automate low-complexity issuesRoute high-complexity issues to agents with personalized strategy, incorporating user history and agent performanceSummarize customer journey and conversations with foundational or fine tuned large language models (LLM) to assist CS agentsCollect evidence from images and receipts to gauge monetary value of the request leveraging computer visionA Typical Day:Identify high impact business opportunities through data exploration and model prototype, translate business problem into scientific formulationsWork collaboratively with cross functional partners including software engineers, product managers, operations and research, to refine requirements for machine learning models, drive scientific decisions, and quantify impactHands-on develop, productionize, and operate machine learning models and pipelines at scale, including both batch and real-time use cases, structured and unstructured dataBuild reusable, high-performing, scalable machine learning models with internal paved path tooling, incorporating third-party information and state-of-the-art innovationsRegularly present work internally at monthly meetings to technical, engineering and product stakeholders to iterate and generate excitement on roadmap progressPublish externally and engage with the scientific community to advance Airbnb’s standingYour Expertise:9+ years of relevant industry experience (e.g. ML scientist, tech lead, junior faculty) and a Master’s degree or PhD in relevant fieldsStrong fluency in Python and SQL, experience with Tensorflow, PyTorch, Airflow and data warehouseDeep understanding of Machine Learning lifecycle best practices (e.g. training/serving, feature engineering, feature/model selection, labeling, A/B test), algorithms (e.g. gradient boosted trees, neural networks/deep learning, optimization) and domains (e.g. natural language processing, computer vision, personalization and recommendation, anomaly detection)Proficiency with LLMs and/or related AI, NLP, CV, UGC/content understanding topics including deep learning, information retrieval, or knowledge extraction. For example, BERT, GPT-2/3/4, LLaMA, MistralComfort to collaborate with software engineers to understand complex systems and abstracted logsProven ability to communicate clearly and effectively to audiences of varying technical levelsProven mix of strong intellectual curiosity with high level of pragmatism and engagement with the technical community. Publications or presentations in recognized journals/conferences is a plusAbility to take a product-oriented mindset in using conceptual and innovative thinking to develop and apply solutions taking into consideration the user experienceYour Location:This position is US - Remote Eligible. The role may include occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed to with your manager. While the position is Remote Eligible, you must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity. Click here for the up-to-date list of excluded states. This list is continuously evolving, so please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. If your position is employed by another Airbnb entity, your recruiter will inform you what states you are eligible to work from.Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging:Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: reasonableaccommodations@airbnb.com. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.We ask that you only reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

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