Software Engineer, Etsy

Machine Learning

$130-168k

In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for an equity package, an annual performance bonus, and our competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Etsy

Python

Scala

Spark

Junior, Mid and Senior level

New York

More information about location

1-2 days a week in office (Brooklyn, NY)

eCommerce platform for handcrafted goods

Job no longer available

eCommerce platform for handcrafted goods

1001+ employees

B2CLifestyleMarketplaceeCommerceSales

Job no longer available

$130-168k

Python

Scala

Spark

Junior, Mid and Senior level

New York

More information about location

1-2 days a week in office (Brooklyn, NY)

1001+ employees

B2CLifestyleMarketplaceeCommerceSales

Company mission

To keep human connection at the heart of commerce.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Are you curious about systems and machine learning? If so, this role could be a great fit
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience (internships, side projects, etc)
Solid engineering and coding skills, with the ability to write code in Scala, Python, and/or other equivalent languages
Knowledge and/or interest in machine learning and systems
Proficiency with data pipelines in Spark is a plus
The most important qualities we are looking for are curiosity, motivation, and proactivity. This is an early career role, and we recognize that most folks will not have in-depth knowledge of ML/data infrastructure. A growth mindset will go a long way!

What the job involves

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join the ML Training Data team. You will build and scale the infrastructure to help machine learning teams generate training datasets. Your work will support high visibility areas at Etsy including Search, Ads, and Recommendations
This is a full-time position reporting to the Engineering Manager, ML Training Data
Write high-quality Scala and Python code, participating in code reviews and pair programming
Optimize large-scale Spark and Dataflow pipelines with the support and guidance of your peers (e.g. optimize storage formats and reduce job runtime & cost)
Work cross functionally with applied scientists to understand how our customers develop ML models, and use that understanding to clarify requirements
Use generative AI and other productivity tools thoughtfully, focusing on learning and intentional contributions
Proactively provide updates and ask for help as needed to ensure delivery of assigned work
Learn the skills, behaviors, and knowledge necessary to be an effective and collaborative engineer
Of course, this is just a sample of the kinds of work this role will require! You should assume that your role will encompass other tasks, too, and that your job duties and responsibilities may change from time to time at Etsy's discretion, or otherwise applicable with local law

Our take

Created as an alternative to more corporate eCommerce sites, Etsy is a peer-to-peer (P2P) website where users buy and sell handmade crafts, vintage items, art, and photography. The online marketplace works similarly to Amazon and eBay, only with an emphasis on unique items rather than mass-produced merchandise.

Since its IPO in 2015, it has managed to hold its own in an increasingly competitive eCommerce industry, including from Amazon's handmade section that launched in 2015. Further, by providing sellers with ownership over pricing and branding, the site is attractive for those wanting to set up a business on an established platform.

However, the seller-side of Etsy is not without problems. The recent hike in transaction fees and the introduction of mandatory marketing fees for artists with high turnovers has created significant discontent amongst sellers. Etsy must reconcile these issues to ensure artists continue to operate on the same scale within the platform. It plans to attract shoppers with its message of extraordinary, handmade and affordable products.

Freddie

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

8% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (4.2)

Trustpilot (1.4)

Company

Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)

May 2012

$40m

LATE VC

Aug 2010

$20m

SERIES E

Total funding: $91.7m

Company benefits

Equity (offers vary by country)
Performance bonuses
Paid gender neutral parental leave
Adoption and family planning
Back-up care
Volunteer time off
Donation matching
Employee resource groups
Global virtual events
Employer paid health benefits
Fitness benefits
Wellness programming
Mental health benefits
401K matching/Pension contributions

Company HQ

Downtown Brooklyn, NY

Leadership

Josh Silverman

(CEO)

Previously senior executive at eBay, CEO of Shopping.com, CEO of Skype and President of Consumer Products & Services at American Express.

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