Reddit

Overview

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.

About Reddit

Reddit is a community of communities. It’s built on shared interests, passion, and trust, and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 130 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information.

Requirements & Eligibility

• Advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D.) in a quantitative field such as: Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, or Operations Research
• For M.S. holders: 5+ years of industry experience in applied science or data science roles
• For Ph.D. holders: 4+ years of industry experience in applied science or data science roles
• Platform experience and a deep understanding of the ads ecosystem
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, causal inference and experimental design
• Proficiency in Python or R and experience with machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch
• Experience with SQL and relational databases

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and apply DS solutions to inform improvements in advertiser experience and Reddit's ad platform
• 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