Binance Accelerator Program - Search & Recommendation Data Scientist

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.

Introduction

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem operating the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. Trusted by over 300 million users in 100+ countries, Binance offers industry-leading security, user fund transparency, rapid trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and a comprehensive suite of digital-asset products. These offerings span trading, finance, education, research, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance aims to leverage digital assets and blockchain to foster an inclusive financial ecosystem, promoting financial freedom and accessibility worldwide.

This position is part of the Binance Accelerator Program (BAP), a fixed-term program designed for Early Career Talent. It offers an immersive experience in the rapidly expanding Web3 space, providing an opportunity to experience life at Binance and understand the operations behind the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem. The program also emphasizes networking and professional development to build transferable skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior algorithm engineers in the design and daily maintenance of search and recommendation services and models within content scenarios, supporting the content team and empowering the development and iteration of the content ecosystem.
• Support the optimization of content matching accuracy and distribution efficiency by applying machine learning-based personalization methods, common design patterns, and tools, and participating in basic model tuning and effect verification.
• Learn and understand the core logic of recommendation systems in the content domain, assisting in the iteration of AI products to improve user content experience and core business metrics.
• Participate in the auxiliary development and implementation of core content recommendation modules, assisting in implementing data-driven strategies to maximize content value and user engagement.
• Collaborate with content, business, and product teams to identify needs and opportunities in content scenarios, and assist the team in defining core success metrics.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related disciplines.
• Solid programming foundation, proficient in Python, familiar with at least one mainstream machine learning framework, and a grasp of basic machine learning algorithm theories.
• Basic understanding of search and recommendation system fundamentals; relevant coursework, competition experience, or campus project experience is preferred.
• Basic proficiency in SQL for large-scale data cleaning and feature engineering support, with strong hands-on ability.
• Clear logical thinking, strong quick-learning ability, excellent cross-team communication skills, and able to commit to at least a 6-month full-time internship.

Nice to Have

• Publication record or submission at top-tier conferences/journals.
• Relevant internship experience in search & recommendation.
• Experience in content-related recommendation system projects.

Benefits

• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem.
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure.
• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment.
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Work-from-home arrangement (may vary depending on the work nature of the business team).

About Company

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.

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