Thumbtack Senior Machine Learning Scientist

Thumbtack

📍 victoria, capital regional district, Canada

Full-time Other-General Posted June 27, 2026

Job Description

Join Thumbtack as a Senior Machine Learning Scientist. Your cutting-edge skills will be key in developing optimization algorithms and AI applications that enhance user experiences.
As part of the Applied Science Team at Thumbtack, your role will involve influencing technical direction for marketplace systems that connect millions of service requests with providers. You will collaborate cross-functionally and architect ML systems while mentoring other scientists. Drive forward the technical roadmap and foster a culture of rigor and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead technical roadmaps for matching and pricing systems
• Design and build scalable AI production systems
• Execute marketplace experiments and analyze outcomes
• Solve complex, ambiguous problems with strategic thinking
• Mentor applied scientists and raise technical standards
Requirements:
• Ph.D. or equivalent experience with 8+ years in applied science
• Experience with marketplace or rank...