Staff Deep Learning Engineer

Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
In this role, you'll be programming in Python to create the core software that powers advanced computer vision and modeling applications. These tools use complex math to interpret and generate visual data, like images or 3D models.
You'll get to work with the latest research in fields like artificial intelligence, computer vision (helping users "see" and understand images), and computer graphics (generating images or animations).
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in machine learning projects, a strong technical background, and excellent communication skills.
We are agnostic to your choice of development environment; however, we need a convincing demonstration that you will be able to self-support in the environment of your preference.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Implement, in Python, core deep-learning/computer vision and (inverse-) procedural modeling algorithms, with varying levels of oversight. These algorithms rely on mathematical techniques from linear, algebra, probability, and geometry.
• Apply cutting-edge research in machine learning, computer vision, and computer graphics.
• Work closely with leadership to understand high-level product vision and customer requirements.
• Utilize Git for effective source code management.
• Deploy and test your code on large scale geospatial datasets (and ultimately generate 3D content that will be available to users) This requires you to interact with remote machines via a Unix shell.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant industry experience, ideally within a fast-paced, high-growth tech environment.
• Proficiency in Python
• Experience training artificial neural networks or adjacent experience (e.g. gradient descent / nonlinear optimization / classical machine-learning)
• Team-oriented and collaborative approach with a demonstrated aptitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn new methods, tools, practices and skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience with TensorFlow and Keras (or similar frameworks) in developing, training, and deploying deep learning models.
• Experience working with geospatial datasets and tools such as GIS, GeoPandas, or similar libraries.

Desired Characteristics:

• PhD in degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• Familiarity with modern C++ will allow you to better interface with other portions of our data ingestion and product pipeline.
• Experience with Git is preferred, but a background with Mercurial or other DVCs is an acceptable substitute.
• A mathematical background covering linear algebra, probability, multivariate calculus, geometry, and numerical methods.
• Our development and production environments are Linux and macOS based. Confidence in a Unix shell environment (e.g. bash) is essential for working in our setup.
• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $220,000- $260,000 (bonus eligible).
We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
Additional Information
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