Machine Learning Manager - Ads Engagement Modeling

Machine Learning Manager - Ads Engagement Modeling

Reddit is seeking a data-driven Machine Learning Manager to lead the Ads Engagement Modeling team. This remote-friendly, full-time role will own the development and deployment of machine learning models that optimize ad engagement and relevance across Reddit’s advertising ecosystem.

What you’ll do

• Define and own the ML roadmap for Ads Engagement, align with product and business goals, and deliver measurable impact.
• Lead and mentor a team of ML engineers and data scientists; hire, coach, and grow top ML talent.
• Design, build, and productionize scalable models for ad targeting, ranking, and engagement optimization.
• Partner with product, data engineering, analytics, and ads operations to ship end-to-end ML solutions and monitor their performance.
• Foster a culture of experimentation with robust evaluation metrics and A/B testing frameworks.

What we are looking for

• 7+ years of hands-on machine learning experience with prior people management responsibilities.
• Strong background in ML for advertising, user engagement modeling, or recommender systems.
• Experience deploying ML models in production at scale, with data pipelines and feature stores.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain ML talent and build high-performing teams.

Nice to have

• Experience with large-scale distributed systems, Spark/Databricks, or similar technologies.
• Advanced degree in ML, CS, or related field (PhD preferred but not required).

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. This role supports Reddit’s inclusive culture and impact on millions of users, with remote work options and strong alignment to a global team.