[Remote] Senior Software Engineer II, (ML/AI Platform)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Instacart is transforming the grocery industry by providing essential services and flexible earning opportunities. The Senior Engineer on the ML/AI platform team will build and support the internal platform for training and deploying AI models, ensuring high levels of ownership and collaboration across the organization.ResponsibilitiesExcited to build platform-level tools, SDKsAbility to manage cross-cutting stakeholder relationships, prioritizing customer needs firstEager to navigate ambiguous, hairy, and technical problem spacesEager to jump into domains, languages, and problem areas that might be new and unfamiliarSkillsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience3 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages2 years of experience in designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems, and 1 years of experience leading projects and providing technical leadershipStrong proficiency in maintaining high standards for production servicesRapid coding skills and management of production servicesExperience with high scale throughput and distributed systems problemsStrong communication skills and ability to contextualize problems across various audiencesSkilled at navigating ambiguity and involving the right stakeholders to address issues efficientlyExperience building and shipping products to usersExpertise building platforms and high scale infrastructureVisionary thinker capable of generating transformative ideasPrior experience working with AI Platforms like Ray is a plusBenefitsInstacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work.This role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants.Instacart is a Flex First teamOur employees have the flexibility to choose where they do their best work—whether it’s from home, an office, or your favorite coffee shop—while staying connected and building community through regular in-person events.Company OverviewInstacart is an online grocery platform that offers same-day delivery and pickup services for retailers and consumers. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.instacart.com.Company H1B SponsorshipInstacart has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 23 in 2026, 152 in 2025, 173 in 2024, 109 in 2023, 159 in 2022, 170 in 2021, 59 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.