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# Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Ads Forecasting & Scenarios

- **Company:** The Ladders
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $230,000.0 - $322,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, Machine Learning, Optimization Algorithms, Machine Learning Operations
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/px8fgwrumd

## About the Role

* 5-7 years of experience in predictive ML systems within advertising or complex domains
 * Strong foundation in statistical learning and optimization techniques
 * Expertise in probabilistic or hierarchical forecasting and response modeling
 * Proficient in addressing challenges like cold start and distribution shifts
 * Strong programming skills with experience in production ML systems
 * Demonstrated leadership in ambiguous technical projects
 * Ability to evaluate model performance and make practical trade-offs

## Description

* Lead forecasting and scenario modeling for advertising campaigns
 * Connect inventory, demand, and response to estimate performance
 * Develop models to estimate outcomes based on budget and audience changes
 * Quantify unrealized opportunities by assessing creative performance
 * Build generalizable models using advanced forecasting techniques
 * Establish trustworthy comparisons through rigorous evaluation
 * Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams for production delivery