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Research Scientist

AppLovin builds end-to-end software and AI solutions that help businesses reach and monetize global audiences. The Research Scientist will join a small, high-impact team working at the intersection of machine learning and adtech to build ads delivery systems, process large-scale multimodal data, run experiments, and ship models that move product and business metrics.

Skills

  • Experience with state-of-the-art machine learning and deep learning techniques
  • Strong Python programming and proficiency with deep learning frameworks (preferably PyTorch)
  • Solid mathematical and statistical background for model design and evaluation
  • Experience working with large datasets and distributed data processing
  • Experience designing and analyzing A/B tests and online experimentation
  • Bonus: strong C++ or Java skills and prior recommendation system experience

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and evaluate ML/DL models for ads delivery and recommendation systems
  • Process and analyze extremely large datasets to derive features and insights
  • Integrate tabular, text, image, and video data into unified modeling pipelines
  • Run and analyze large-scale A/B tests to measure online impact and iterate quickly
  • Deploy models to production and monitor performance and data drift
  • Collaborate with engineering, product, and analytics teams to drive business outcomes

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or related field required
  • Master’s or PhD in relevant field preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation with pay-for-performance approach
  • Equity and other incentive compensation depending on role
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Inclusive workplace recognized as a Best Workplace in the Bay Area
  • Support for accommodations during hiring process and commitment to EEO
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AppLovin is a maker of technologies that helps businesses of every size connect to their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end software and AI solutions for businesses to reach, monetize and grow their global audiences.

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Inclusive & Diverse
Collaboration over Competition
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Growth & Learning
BENEFITS & PERKS
Medical Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Maternity Leave
Paternity Leave
Child Care stipend
Equity
Life insurance
Disability Insurance
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$166,000/yr - $248,000/yr
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, onsite
DATE POSTED
August 19, 2025
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