Data Scientist, Ads

Job Description

Reddit is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Data Scientist to join its growing Ads Data Science team. In this role, the Data Scientist will play a key part in developing and applying cutting-edge data science models and methods to improve the adoption and performance of Reddit's advertising platform through data-driven insights. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other data scientists to identify opportunities, define metrics, and build solutions that drive significant impact for Reddit.Reddit is a community-centric platform that offers a differentiated ads business. The Ads Data Science team leverages data to maximize advertiser value through robust data foundations, metrics, and strategic insights generated through experimentation and cutting-edge data science methods.Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and apply DS solutions to inform improvements in advertiser experience as well as Reddit 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

Qualifications:

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field
• 3+ years of industry 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

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
• 401k Match
• Family Planning Support
• Gender-Affirming Care
• Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
• Flexible Vacation & Reddit Global Days off
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Paid Volunteer time off