Homes.com - Technical Manager , Data Engineering/Machine Learning
Location: Hybird, Orange County, CA

Job Description:

At Homes.com, we’re not just building a real estate marketplace—we’re shaping the future of the industry through cutting-edge Machine Learning and Data Engineering. As part of the CoStar Group—a leader in global real estate data and analytics—we’re transforming how people discover properties and make decisions. We are looking for a Technical Manager, Data Engineering/Machine Learning to lead our passionate team, push boundaries, and deliver game-changing innovations in the real estate space.

Are you ready to lead a high-performing team and drive the next evolution of real estate technology? Let’s redefine how people buy homes, all while building smart, scalable, and impactful AI solutions that will set new standards across the industry.


What You’ll Do:

  • Lead & Innovate: Own the development and operation of Machine Learning solutions that power Homes.com and CoStar’s industry-leading analytics tools.
  • Collaborate for Success: Work with product owners, engineers, and other leaders to bring machine learning solutions to life and solve complex, open-ended problems.
  • Shape Strategy: Influence the technical direction and architecture of the platform while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
  • Drive Ownership: From development to deployment, you’ll take full responsibility for your team’s work, ensuring top-quality results.
  • Mentor & Grow: Lead, recruit, and mentor a talented team of data engineers and machine learning experts.
  • Lead the Charge: Be the go-to advisor for all things AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science, ensuring that your team’s solutions are both innovative and impactful.
  • Embrace Change: Advocate for continuous improvement in all aspects—both technical and non-technical—within your engineering teams.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Computer Science, Data Science, or related fields). Master’s or PhD is a plus!
  • 3+ years of leadership experience managing a Machine Learning team, with a strong focus on coaching and growing talent.
  • 8+ years of applied machine learning experience, including expertise in Recommendation Systems, Computer Vision, or Text Mining.
  • Advanced programming skills in Python, Java, C#, or Scala.
  • Real-world experience with large-scale data pipelines and leveraging them for machine learning systems.
  • Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, model training, and evaluation—experience in turning raw data into actionable insights.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive successful AI-driven projects.
  • A passion for continuous learning and applying the latest AI technologies, including Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLM).
  • Preferred: Familiarity with cloud-based ML tools like AWS Personalize or Databricks, and experience with streaming and batch data processing.

Why Join Homes.com & CoStar Group?

  • Innovative Culture: Work with the brightest minds and cutting-edge technology to create impactful solutions that reshape the real estate industry.
  • Generous Compensation: A competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
  • Comprehensive Benefits:
    • Health coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
    • 401(K) with matching contributions
    • Employee stock purchase plan
    • Paid time off & Tuition reimbursement
    • Access to on-site fitness centers or reimbursed membership costs
    • Wellness programs and mental health services for individuals and families
    • And much more!
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work schedule to fit your lifestyle (3 days onsite, 2 days remote).
  • Career Growth: Internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program to help you grow both professionally and academically.

Key Skills:

  • Homes.com - Technical Manager , Data Engineering/Machine Learning