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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Economist - **Company:** Instacart - **Location:** Jacksonville, FL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $190,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Azure Machine Learning, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Large Language Models, Pandas, Scikit Learn, Xgboost, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pg2lxqxaho ## About the Role We are open to hiring either a Machine Learning Engineer II, Economist (fresh PhD graduate) or a Senior Machine Learning Engineer I, Economist (post-PhD industry experience)., * Graduate Degree (Masters or PhD) in Economics or a closely related field * A blend of economic theory, applied econometrics, and business skills that let you jump into a fast-paced environment and contribute from day one. * Experience applying causal inference methodologies to both observational and experimental datasets. * An understanding of machine learning algorithms and techniques. * Strong programming skills (Python) and fluency in data manipulation (SQL, Pandas) and machine learning tools (e.g., scikit-learn, XGBoost). * Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written). * Self-motivation and a strong sense of ownership. For Senior Machine Learning Engineer I, Economist hires, we also expect: * 1-3 years of industry experience in a similar position. * Experience putting machine learning models into production environments. * Experience with cloud computing and related ML infrastructure. Preferred Qualifications * A PhD in Economics or a closely related field with a focus on data-intense problems. * Intern experience in related roles. * Experience with large language models and generative AI, both on the algorithm side as well as a day-to-day tool. * Experience with uplift modeling, contextual bandits, and/or heterogeneous treatment effect estimation. ## Description As a machine learning engineer in the Economics team, you will build state-of-the-art systems that blend rigorous economic thought with sophisticated machine learning algorithms to tackle some of the company's most challenging problems. Working in a horizontal team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with partners across multiple functions to operate on a highly diverse set of problems, contributing both economic and engineering expertise in a fast-paced environment filled with exciting opportunities for technically-minded economists. The Economics team at Instacart works on a range of interesting and challenging problems across our platform, from aligning the incentives in our multi-sided marketplace to analyzing the role of prices and product placement in our customers' decision-making. Some of the core areas of focus for our team include matching and logistics, online advertising, uplift and long-term value modeling, and general causal inference. Check out this blog post to learn more. About The Job * Design, develop, and deploy machine learning solutions to tackle the many economic challenges in our complex marketplace. * Collaborate closely with product managers, data scientists, and other engineers to deeply understand business needs and create impactful solutions. * Push the envelope on our operational efficiency by continually refining and advancing our algorithms and models. * Be an active member of the Economics team, sharing learnings, best practices, and research across domains while refining and advancing our algorithms. ## Related Videos - [Advanced Typing in TypeScript](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/496-advanced-typing-in-typescript) - [TikTok's Privacy Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1036-tiktok-s-privacy-innovation) - [Overview of Machine Learning in Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/840-overview-of-machine-learning-in-python) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Getting Started with Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/260-getting-started-with-machine-learning) - [Machine learning 101: Where to begin?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1014-machine-learning-101-where-to-begin) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What Are Large Language Models?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/304-what-are-large-language-models) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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