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Senior/Staff Data Scientist
StackAdaptUnited States of AmericaFull Time9 hour
Job Summary
StackAdapt is seeking a talented Data Scientist to join their engineering team. As a remote-first company, the ideal candidate will lead the creation and optimization of advanced machine learning algorithms to enhance advertising effectiveness and ROI. The role involves developing production-grade ML models, prototyping innovative algorithms, and driving iterative improvements based on data-driven insights. The successful candidate should have 3+ years of industry experience, a Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Operations Research, or a related field, and proficiency in coding, data structures, and algorithms. StackAdapt offers a competitive salary, equity, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth and development.
StackAdapt is a self-serve advertising platform that specializes in multi-channel solutions including native, display, video, connected TV, audio, in-game, and digital out-of-home ads. We empower hundreds of digitally-focused companies to deliver outcomes and exceptional campaign performance everyday. StackAdapt was founded with a vision to be more than an advertising platform, it’s a hub of innovation, imagination and creativity.
We are searching for a talented Data Scientist to join our engineering team as we continue to expand our data science efforts. Our platform is connected to thousands of publishers and advertisers worldwide and as a result, we're dealing with millions of requests each second, making billions of decisions. We utilize the latest technologies to solve challenges in traffic, data storage, machine learning, and scalability.
Want to learn more about our Data Science Team: https://alldus.com/ie/blog/podcasts/aiinaction-ned-dimitrov-stackadapt/
Learn more about our team culture here: https://www.stackadapt.com/careers/data-science
Watch our talk at Amazon Tech Talks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRqu-a4gPuU
StackAdapt is a remote-first company, and we are open to candidates located anywhere in the US for this position.
What you'll be doing:
- Lead the creation and optimization of advanced machine learning algorithms—from developing new methods to refining existing techniques—to enhance advertising effectiveness and ROI using deep ML expertise.
- Own the end-to-end development of production-grade ML models: write efficient, scalable code and collaborate with Data Engineers to deploy and integrate algorithms into live systems.
- Drive the prototyping and rigorous testing of innovative algorithms and data pipelines using historical data to validate performance and scalability; lead iterative improvements based on data-driven insights.
What you'll bring to the table:
- 3+ years of industry experience
- Have a Masters degree or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Operations Research, or a related field, with dual degrees a plus.
- Have the ability to take an ambiguously defined task, and break it down into actionable steps
- Have a comprehensive understanding of statistics, optimization and machine learning
- Are proficient in coding, data structures, and algorithms
- Enjoy working in a friendly, collaborative environment with others
StackAdapters enjoy:
- Competitive salary + equity
- 401k/RRSP matching
- 3 weeks vacation + 3 personal care days + 1 Culture & Belief day + birthdays off
- Access to a comprehensive mental health care platform
- Health benefits from day one of employment
- Work-from-home reimbursements
- Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office
- Robust training and onboarding program
- Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, etc)
- Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning
- Mentorship opportunities with industry leaders
- An awesome parental leave policy
- A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
- Our social and team events!
If this role speaks to you then please submit an application - we'd love to speak with you. Due to a high volume of interest, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
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StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability (or superpower) status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the interview process, please let our Talent team know.
About StackAdapt
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