Staff Research Engineer, LLM - TikTok Ads Core ML, Ranking
Core
Design and optimize state-of-the-art ranking models and frameworks for a global advertising delivery system to maximize efficiency and revenue.
Role type
Staff Research Engineer (LLM & Ranking)
Builds
Global advanced advertising delivery system with LLM-based ranking and resource allocation
Domain
Online Advertising, Machine Learning, Recommendation Systems
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, LLM application, C/C++, Python, Big Data systems (Hadoop/Spark), ML frameworks (TensorFlow/PyTorch)
Preferred skills
Counter-factual optimization, Transfer learning, Online advertising business value, Academic publications in NLP/CV/RecSys
Technologies
TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hadoop, Spark, Linux
Responsibilities
Integrate cutting-edge ML/DL/RL/LLM technologies into complex monetization scenarios; Optimize efficiency across the advertising funnel (Recall, Rough-sort, Fine-sort, personalization); Lead strategic initiatives in ranking and recommendation; Establish system frameworks and standards; Collaborate with global product and business teams.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
