ML Platform Engineer II, Feature & Embeddings Infra

Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods, seeking a Machine Learning Software Engineer to join their Feature & Embeddings Infrastructure team. The role involves building and operating scalable systems for ML features and embeddings, collaborating with ML practitioners to enhance performance and developer experience.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality Scala and Python code while participating in code reviews and pair programming to learn best practices and improve system reliability
• Collaborate with senior engineers to build and maintain production services and data pipelines for feature creation, storage, and embedding workflows
• Work cross-functionally with applied scientists to understand how teams develop and use ML models, and help translate those needs into clear technical requirements
• Proactively share progress, surface risks, and ask for help when needed to ensure timely delivery of assigned work
• Participate in technical design discussions and gradually take ownership of well-scoped components or projects with mentorship and guidance
• Learn and apply the skills, behaviors, and knowledge needed to be an effective, collaborative engineer, including operational excellence, testing, and on-call support

Skills

• Strong foundational programming skills and a desire to write clear, maintainable code in languages such as Scala and Python
• Experience with machine learning systems and infrastructure, with interest in learning how large-scale ML platforms are built and operated
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively with engineers, applied scientists, and partner teams
• Willingness to ask questions, seek feedback, and learn from code reviews, pair programming, and mentorship
• Clear and proactive communication habits, including sharing progress, raising concerns early, and asking for help when needed
• Comfort working on well-scoped problems while gradually building ownership and technical confidence

Benefits

• Equity package
• Annual performance bonus
• Competitive benefits that support you and your family

Company Overview

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