Job Description
Nexxen is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join their team in New York City. This role focuses on the core optimization and bidding logic of the Nexxen Demand-Side Platform (DSP). The ideal candidate will be self-directed, analytical, and curious, with 5+ years of hands-on experience. The team follows a hybrid schedule, working in-office three days a week and remotely for the rest of the week.
What this role involves:
- Design, implement, evaluate, and help deploy machine learning models for bidding, pacing, and KPI prediction.
- Analyze large-scale behavioral and performance data using Spark (Scala/PySpark), SQL, and Python.
- Deep dive into complex, legacy codebases and improve existing systems.
- Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other data scientists to define problems and deliver end-to-end solutions.
- Write clear, concise technical documentation and communicate insights effectively.
Requirements:
- Masters/Ph.D. in a quantitative field.
- 5+ years of experience in a data science or applied machine learning role.
- Proficient with applied machine learning techniques.
- Comfortable navigating large, complex legacy codebases.
- Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.
- Experience with Scala/Apache Spark.
- Familiar with Deep Learning using frameworks such as PyTorch/Tensorflow.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-directed and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
What this role offers:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance
- 401(k)
- EAP
- Parental leave
- Unlimited vacation
- Company-paid holidays