Principal Engineer, AI Platform

The role

You will architect infrastructure powering Generative AI and Recommender Systems. You will set the technical vision and roadmap for the Pinterest AI Platform.

What you will do

• Set the technical vision and roadmap for the Pinterest AI Platform
• Drive cross-functional strategic initiatives for Generative AI
• Drive cross-functional strategic initiatives for Recommender Systems
• Develop AI-powered tools to automate the user experience
• Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive culture
• Provide candid, constructive feedback

Required qualifications

• Deep expertise in AI/ML infrastructure and distributed systems
• Hands-on experience designing, building, and operating highly available, production-grade systems at large scale
• Strong technical judgment
• Proficiency in at least one of C++, Java, or Rust
• Proven track record of company-wide impact
• Experience leading cross-organizational initiatives
• Experience navigating ambiguity
• Experience defining technical strategy
• Experience influencing architecture decisions
• Experience aligning cross-functional partners and executives
• Strong ownership and a high engineering bar
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

About the company

Pinterest is a platform where millions of people come to find creative ideas and plan for memories. The company's mission is to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love.