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# Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI (Image & Video)

- **Company:** Snapchat
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** A/B Testing, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Augmented Reality, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Object Detection, Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, Neural Rendering, Open-source Models, Large Language Models, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/machine-learning-developer/snapchat-job108170566

## About the Role

* A proven passion for machine learning; you stay up-to-date with research and are excited about prototyping new ideas quickly
 * Knowledge of mathematics and deep learning foundations
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail
 * Ability to work independently on well-defined technical problems and seek guidance when needed
 * Ability to contribute to large, complex technical initiatives by owning well-scoped features or components, * Strong foundations in Machine Learning, demonstrated through hands-on projects, research, internships, or professional work
 * Strong programming skills in Python or C++
 * Bachelor's Degree in a technical field such as computer science, mathematics, statistics or equivalent years of engineering experience in one or more of the following: neural rendering, generative models, segmentation, object detection, classification, tracking, or other related applications of deep learning or computer vision
 * At least 3 years of machine learning experience after completing a bachelor's degree, or a master's degree in a relevant technical field, * Knowledge of computer graphics foundations
 * Experience with visual Gen AI models for Image and Video generation and Editing
 * Familiarity with evaluating the visual quality of Image and Video models
 * Hands-on experience with GenAI projects, such as working prototypes, research projects, or open-source contributions
 * Ability to proactively learn new concepts and apply them at work

## Description

* Develop ML-products and AI Lenses that serve millions of Snapchatters on a daily basis, with a primary focus on image and video generation and editing, as well as LLMs
 * Build cutting-edge augmented reality experiences with diffusion/flow matching models
 * Work on state of the art GenAI pipelines for image and video generation. Ship well-scoped consumer-facing features within weeks, with guidance on broader architecture and launch decisions
 * Extensively collaborate with Product, Software Engineering, Lens Content and Data Science teams to prototype new ideas, integrate ML models and APIs into production, and refine them through A/B testing and user feedback
 * Actively monitor the market and research landscape for new developments in Gen AI, run focused evaluations of open-source models and third-party AI APIs/services and share findings to support the team's build-vs-buy decisions
 * Evaluate open-source Gen AI models and APIs