Machine Learning Engineer III

Expedia Group’s Distribution and Supply team is revolutionizing how people search, book, and experience travel. As a Machine Learning Engineer III, you will design and scale intelligent systems that power Expedia’s global travel marketplace across Content, Pricing & Availability and Trust & Safety domains.

In this role you’ll work with cross‑functional teams to implement large‑scale batch and real‑time ML solutions, lead end‑to‑end ML project life cycles, establish best practices, mentor junior engineers, and drive performance and scalability of complex systems.

• Collaborate with software engineers and ML scientists to design and develop large‑scale batch and real‑time ML solutions in the Distribution and Supply domain.
• Propose, lead, and implement innovative ML applications across Pricing, Inventory, Content, and Trust & Safety while aligning technology strategy with business objectives and ensuring measurable impact.
• Lead the end‑to‑end lifecycle for mid‑ to large‑scale ML projects, from design to deployment.
• Establish and promote best practices, industry standards, and high‑quality methodologies.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering best practices for integrating ML into existing systems.
• Work on cross‑organizational initiatives, solve complex technical challenges, and innovate to enhance performance and scalability.

• 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 3+ years with a Master’s degree in software engineering; or equivalent related professional experience.
• Proficiency in Python and Scala (or Java).
• Expertise in Big Data technologies such as Hadoop, Hive, or Spark.
• Proven ability to product ionize ML models, including feature engineering, scalability, validation, and deployment.

• Strong experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, EMR, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Experience building real‑time applications, preferably with Spark.
• Proficiency with ML platforms like Databricks or Sage Maker, and libraries such as PyTorch or Tensor Flow.
• Hands‑on experience with workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, Flyte).
• Experience in the e‑commerce or travel industry.

The total cash range for this position in Seattle is $ to $. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.

If you need assistance with any part of the application or recruiting process due to a disability or other physical or mental health conditions, please reach out to our Recruiting Accommodations Team through the Accommodation Request portal.

Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer participates in E‑Verify.