Senior Data Scientist - Ads
RedditJob Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Data Scientist to join our growing Ads Data Science team at Reddit. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will play a key role in developing and applying cutting-edge DS models/methods to improve the adoption and performance of our advertising platform through data-driven insights. You will work closely with product managers, engineers, and other data scientists to identify opportunities, define metrics, and build solutions that drive significant impact for Reddit. Our team is passionate about leveraging data to maximize advertiser value on Reddit and creating a highly differentiated ads business. With flexible remote work options, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth and development, we offer a unique opportunity to thrive in a fast-growing company. As part of our team, you will have the chance to collaborate with talented colleagues, mentor junior data scientists, and contribute to groundbreaking projects. We value curiosity, ownership, and a drive to improve, and we are looking for someone who shares these values. With experience in large-scale data processing and analysis, machine learning libraries, and statistical modeling, you will be well-equipped to make an impact at Reddit.
Location: US remote-friendly
Reddit has a flexible first workforce. At Reddit we continue to grow our teams with the best talent. We're completely remote friendly and will continue to be after the pandemic.
Advertising is Reddit’s primary revenue driver and we have an ambitious goal to turn it into a massive business. Although several large digital ad platforms already exist, advertisers are being increasingly drawn to Reddit because of our passionate communities. We believe our community-centric platform has created the opportunity for Reddit to build a highly differentiated ads business.
About the Ads Data Science Team:
The Ads Data Science team at Reddit leverages data to maximize advertiser value on Reddit through robust data foundations, metrics, and strategic insights generated through experimentation and cutting-edge DS methods.
We work on a wide range of challenging problems in the areas of ads targeting, relevance modeling, auction optimization, measurement, and user experience. We are a highly collaborative team of passionate data scientists and engineers who are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible with machine learning and statistical modeling.
About the Role:
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Data Scientist to join our growing Ads Data Science team. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will play a key role in developing as well as applying cutting-edge DS models/methods to improve the adoption and performance of our advertising platform through data-driven insights. You will work closely with product managers, engineers, and other data scientists to identify opportunities, define metrics, and build solutions that drive significant impact for Reddit.
Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and apply DS solutions to inform improvements in advertiser experience as well as Reddit's ad platform & marketplace performance
Analyze large-scale datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can be used to improve the effectiveness of our advertising platform
Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define product requirements and translate them into data science solutions
Develop ML models & DS methods to improve anomaly detection, prediction, & pattern recognition
Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders across the organization
Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in machine learning and data science
Mentor and guide junior data scientists on the team
Qualifications:
MS or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field
5+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related field
Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, causal inference and experimental design
Experience with large-scale data processing and analysis using tools such as Spark, Hadoop, or Hive; knowledge of BigQuery a plus
Proficiency in Python or R and experience with machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch
Experience with SQL and relational databases
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Passion for Reddit and the online advertising industry
Bonus Points:
Experience with online advertising and ad tech
Experience with causal inference and A/B testing
Contributions to open-source projects or publications in relevant conferences or journals
Benefits:
Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
401k Matching
Workspace benefits for your home office
Personal & Professional development funds
Family Planning Support
Flexible Vacation (please use them!) & Reddit Global Wellness Days
4+ months paid Parental Leave
Paid Volunteer time off
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