Software Engineer Intern, Machine Learning, PhD (Summer 2027)

📋 Description

• Own a research project from start to finish: frame the problem, review related work, propose new
• Design, build, train and test ML models in areas such as reinforcement learning, sequential
• Write production-quality code that turns research prototypes into working pipelines on Lyft's data
• Partner with Product Managers, Data Scientists, and fellow ML Engineers to frame research questions
• Analyze experimental and observational data, and communicate findings clearly to both technical and
• Write up results for publication at a peer-reviewed venue, with support from your mentor and the

🎯 Requirements

• Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Operations Research
• A track record of ML research, shown through publications, preprints, or substantial research
• Strong foundation in reinforcement learning and sequential decision making, especially problems
• Solid grounding in both causal inference and counterfactual evaluation
• Good understanding of ML libraries like PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX
• Strong programming skills in Python or a similar language

🎁 Benefits

• Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Mental health benefits
• In addition to holidays, interns receive 2 days paid time off and 3 days sick time off
• 401(k) plan to help save for your future
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership