Senior Manager, Machine Learning Engineering

Instacart

. Lead a team of engineers and applied research scientists building systems that optimize ad performance through bidding, pacing, and targeting .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $230,000 - $290,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading engineering teams and managing software development projects, with a strong focus on digital advertising technologies, machine learning, and optimization techniques. Proven ability to foster innovation and collaboration while aligning technical efforts with market needs.

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Technical LeadershipSoftware Engineering ManagementDigital Advertising PlatformsMachine Learning SolutionsOptimization Techniques

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentReal-Time BiddingBudget PacingUser Targeting SolutionsAlgorithm TranslationData ScienceOptimizationMachine LearningProject Delivery ManagementTechnical Risk Management

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationInnovationContinuous ImprovementCareer Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in Computer SciencePhD in Related Quantitative Field

Industry Keywords

Ad Performance OptimizationEngineering ExcellenceStrategic PartnershipsEmerging TechnologiesProduct Backlog Prioritization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of engineers and applied research scientists building systems that optimize ad performance through bidding, pacing, and targeting
Guide and mentor team members, create career development plans, and support professional growth
Foster innovation, continuous improvement, collaboration, inclusion, and engineering excellence
Build strategic partnerships with data science, infrastructure, and other technical teams
Shape the long-term technical vision for auto-bidding, budget pacing, and user targeting
Identify and integrate emerging technologies to improve product features
Manage technical aspects of key projects and proactively address risks
Oversee project delivery and establish processes improving delivery velocity, quality, and operational stability
Translate complex algorithms into impactful solutions and prioritize the product backlog
Collaborate with product managers to align engineering efforts with market needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Computational Economics, or a related quantitative field
7+ years of experience in software development
2+ years of experience in software engineering management
Experience with digital advertising platforms, real-time bidding, budget pacing, and user targeting solutions
Proven track record of technical leadership in developing software products
Evidence of implementing innovative technical solutions that drove business success
Familiarity with data science, optimization, and machine learning techniques
PhD in a related quantitative field preferred
4+ years of experience in software engineering management preferred
Experience building machine learning models and solutions preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work location: home, office, or coffee shop
Regular in-person events
New hire equity grant
Annual refresh grants
Market-competitive compensation and benefits