
Empowering retailers with unique wholesale merchandise
Faire is a wholesale marketplace headquartered in San Francisco, California, that connects independent retailers with unique merchandise from over 20,000 brands. The platform offers flexible payment terms and free returns, making it easier for retailers to stock their stores with distinctive product...
Employees enjoy competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO, and a remote-friendly work policy. Faire also offers a learning and development bu...
Faire fosters a culture of innovation and inclusivity, encouraging employees to take ownership of their projects and contribute to the company's missi...

Faire • San Francisco, CA
Faire is seeking a Senior Applied AI/ML Scientist to develop innovative advertising products for the wholesale industry. You'll leverage machine learning and data analysis to optimize ad systems. This role requires expertise in Python and SQL.
You have 5+ years of experience in applied machine learning and data analysis, with a strong background in developing models that drive business outcomes. Your expertise in Python and SQL allows you to manipulate and analyze large datasets effectively, ensuring that your models are both accurate and actionable. You are comfortable working with ad systems and understand the intricacies of retrieval, ranking, and auction design. Your collaborative spirit enables you to work closely with cross-functional teams, translating complex data insights into strategic recommendations.
You are passionate about leveraging technology to support independent businesses and understand the impact of local economies. You thrive in environments where you can innovate and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions. Your problem-solving skills are top-notch, and you enjoy tackling challenges that require both analytical thinking and creativity. You are committed to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning.
Experience with advertising technologies and a solid understanding of bidding strategies would be a plus. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP can enhance your contributions to the team. You may also have experience in optimizing models for real-world applications, ensuring that they deliver measurable results.
As a Senior Applied AI/ML Scientist at Faire, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our advertising products. You will work on developing and optimizing machine learning models that enhance our ad systems, focusing on retrieval, ranking, and auction design. Your work will directly impact how independent retailers connect with products, helping them compete against larger entities. You will analyze first-party conversion data to train effective models, ensuring that our advertising solutions are not only innovative but also aligned with business-critical outcomes.
You will collaborate with product managers, engineers, and designers to translate business needs into technical solutions. Your insights will guide the development of features that improve user experience and drive engagement. You will also be responsible for conducting experiments to validate your models and iterating on them based on performance metrics. Your contributions will help us refine our advertising strategies and enhance the overall effectiveness of our platform.
At Faire, you will be part of a mission-driven company that values community and supports independent businesses. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional development and growth. You will work in a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued, and you can make a significant impact on our products and the communities we serve. Join us in our commitment to empowering local economies and shaping the future of wholesale commerce.
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