Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Machine Learning, Recommendations

Updated on 12/20/2024

Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll

1,001-5,000 employees

Streaming service for anime and dramas

Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$197.3k - $246.7kAnnually

+ Performance Bonus + Employer Matched Retirement Savings + Time-off Programs + Progressive Health Benefits and Perks

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Applied Machine Learning
AI & Machine Learning
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Python
Tensorflow
Pytorch
AWS
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in designing and implementing large-scale recommendation systems.
  • You have a background in machine learning and recommendation system algorithms
  • Proficiency in Python
  • You have experience with frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.
  • You have familiarity with GPU optimization and cloud computing platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).
  • You have demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Product, Content Acquisition and Programming, Consumer Insights, to name a few.
  • You have experience conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop scalable, robust architectures for the recommendation system.
  • Identify, collect, and preprocess data from various sources to build comprehensive user profiles and content attributes.
  • Experiment, train, and deploy machine learning models that power personalized recommendations.
  • Implement systems to measure the effectiveness of recommendations and incorporate user feedback to improve model performance.
  • Ensure the reliability, efficiency, and scalability of the recommendation system through best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.

Crunchyroll specializes in streaming anime, manga, and Asian dramas for a global audience. It operates on a subscription-based model, offering both free ad-supported content and premium memberships that provide benefits like early episode access and high-definition streaming. Unlike larger competitors such as Netflix and Hulu, Crunchyroll focuses exclusively on niche content that appeals to dedicated fans of Asian pop culture. The company also generates revenue through merchandise sales and original content production, fostering a strong community around its platform. Crunchyroll's goal is to serve and engage anime enthusiasts while building a loyal customer base.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$4.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

26%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Crunchyroll's app launch on Xfinity and Xumo expands its potential subscriber base.
  • Locking One Piece episodes behind a paywall could increase premium subscription sales.
  • Increased demand for exclusive Blu-ray collections boosts Crunchyroll's merchandise revenue.

What critics are saying

  • David Wald's departure citing 'abuses' may harm Crunchyroll's public image and morale.
  • Paywalling One Piece episodes might alienate fans used to free access, risking churn.
  • High-priced Blu-ray collections may not sell well in a digital-focused market.

What makes Crunchyroll unique

  • Crunchyroll focuses exclusively on anime and Asian media, unlike broader streaming services.
  • The company offers both ad-supported and premium ad-free subscription models.
  • Crunchyroll produces original anime content, enhancing its unique value proposition.

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