Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Ads Bidding & Pacing
PinterestStaff Machine Learning Engineer, Ads Bidding & Pacing
PinterestLocation
San Francisco, CA, Palo Alto, CA, Seattle, WA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/30/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
Pinterest is seeking an experienced ML engineer to enhance its advertising platform through the development of data-driven bidding strategies. The role focuses on creating algorithms for target ROAS and automatic bidding while collaborating with product and sales teams. Candidates should have a strong background in ads delivery and machine learning, with an emphasis on using AI to optimize workflows. This position requires in-office collaboration three times per quarter in locations such as San Francisco, Palo Alto, or Seattle.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- 6+ years of industry experience in ads delivery, automatic bidding, or machine learning.
- Proven Staff-level technical leadership as an individual contributor.
- Demonstrated ability to use AI to improve workflow speed and quality.
- Direct experience with bidding or pacing is a significant advantage.
- Experience with AI coding assistants like Cursor, Copilot, or Codex.
Responsibilities
- Design target ROAS and automatic bidding and pacing algorithms for ads.
- Explore bid landscapes to maximize revenue and advertiser value.
- Work with product and sales teams to design and implement bidding strategies for new ad products.
- Conduct A/B experiments to improve bidding algorithms.
- Collaborate with other teams to identify and capitalize on bidding and budgeting opportunities.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Pinterest Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
33
FY2026
Approval rate
98.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
1,074
FY2026
Entry-level share
44.1%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-40%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
+2%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
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