DoorDash is seeking an Engineering Manager with a machine learning background to lead the Personalization engineering team. This team focuses on developing ML ranking and recommendation systems to enhance user experience across various platforms. The role involves redefining personalization strategies and leveraging advanced technologies to meet consumer needs. The manager will guide a team of ML engineers and collaborate with product and design stakeholders to drive impactful results.

• B.S., M.S., or PhD. in Computer Science or equivalent
• 7+ years of industry experience
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience
• Broad knowledge of machine learning with a strong ML modeling foundation
• Extensive experience in building user-facing products and working directly with product managers
• Strong communication skills and the ability to partner with teams across various disciplines
• Ability to guide and grow an excellent engineering team in a rapidly changing business environment

• Lead a team of ML engineers to redefine the personalization experience for DoorDash.
• Build an intent agent that predicts consumer needs at app open.
• Leverage cutting-edge technologies like LLM and Deep Learning to enhance personalization.
• Extend the content blender to integrate various business lines and verticals.
• Implement real-time ranking that responds to consumer signals.
• Work with product, design, and business stakeholders to define the team's roadmap.
• Encourage innovation and teamwork within the engineering team.
• Coach and empower engineers to uphold high engineering standards.
• Develop internal talent and attract top external talent to scale the team.