Applied Scientist, New Construction

We are seeking an Applied Scientist to help drive the next generation of ranking, recommendation, and generative AI systems for Zillow's home-shopping experience. You will research, design, and deploy innovative machine learning models that power key product features, collaborating across disciplines to deliver solutions that make home shopping more intuitive, personalized, and efficient.

Requirements

• Designing, training, and analyzing machine learning models to solve real-world business problems
• Proficiency in Python and common ML libraries (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, CatBoost, scikit-learn, Hugging Face) and distributed data systems (e.g., Spark, Hive, Databricks, Airflow)
• Experience in search/information retrieval, personalized ranking/recommender systems, or generative AI/LLM-based systems
• Holds a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related), or equivalent industry experience
• Experience working near production systems and collaborating closely with engineers and cross-functional partners

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance, and location