Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pinterest is a platform that helps people discover creative ideas and plan for meaningful experiences. The Principal Engineer will set the technical direction for the AI Platform and architect infrastructure supporting Generative AI and Recommender Systems at petabyte scale. The role will lead cross-functional initiatives spanning data orchestration, model training, fine-tuning, inference, and AI-powered productivity tools.
Responsibilities
- Set the technical vision and roadmap for the Pinterest AI Platform, aligning with business priorities and long-term company strategy
- Drive cross-functional strategic initiatives that advance our platform capabilities across: + Generative AI: multimodal data management, post-training, evaluation, and batch/online inference. + Recommender Systems: feature stores, training infra, and large-scale high performance inference. + AI-powered tools that automate the user experience across our platforms, connecting every stage of the AI/ML lifecycle to enhance productivity and accelerate development
- Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive culture where every team member feels welcome and empowered, and provide candid, constructive feedback that accelerates individual and team growth
Skills
- * Deep expertise in AI/ML infrastructure and distributed systems: Hands-on experience designing, building, and operating highly available, production-grade systems at large scale; strong technical judgment; and proficiency in at least one of C++, Java, or Rust
- * Proven track record of company-wide impact: Experience leading cross-organizational initiatives, navigating ambiguity, defining technical strategy, influencing architecture decisions, and aligning cross-functional partners and executives around a shared direction
- * Strong ownership and a high engineering bar: Sets and upholds high standards for engineering quality, integrity, and accountability, and takes end-to-end ownership of outcomes
- * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
- * This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration **1-2 times per quarter** and therefore needs to be in a commutable distance from one of the following offices: **Palo Alto, CA or San Francisco, CA.**
Benefits
- The position is also eligible for equity.
- Flexible work arrangement with in-office collaboration 1-2 times per quarter at the Palo Alto, CA or San Francisco, CA office.
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