Principal Data Scientist, Ads

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Work type: Remote
Location: Remote
Salary: $268,000–$365,100 / yr
Posted: today

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Reddit is a social news aggregation and discussion platform where users share content, vote on posts, and engage in community conversations across thousands of interest-based forums called subreddits.

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TL;DR · Principal Data Scientist, Ads

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Reddit's Ads Data Science team is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to lead the strategic application of advanced quantitative methods in optimizing Reddit’s advertising platform. This role involves defining and implementing next-generation data science solutions, partnering with Analytics Engineering to enhance data systems for scalable analysis, and collaborating with Product, Engineering, and Business leaders to establish long-term vision for measurement, prediction, and optimization. The ideal candidate will have expertise in ads marketplaces, auctioning/bidding, statistical programming (Python or R), SQL, and economic modeling, along with a strong background in causal inference and A/B testing methodologies. This position requires influencing large organizations on technical direction and championing innovation through advanced quantitative techniques within the fast-paced Reddit environment.

Skills

Python R SQL statistical analysis economic modeling machine learning A/B testing causal inference CI/CD

What you'll do

Define and implement next-generation data science solutions for Reddit's Ads marketplace.
Lead strategic design of scientific roadmaps to improve Advertiser ROI, User experience, and revenue.
Establish and codify best practices for large-scale statistical modeling and economic analysis.
Mentor senior data scientists and influence technical direction across the organization.
Translate complex business problems into actionable outcomes through advanced quantitative techniques.

What we're looking for

Demonstrated expertise in ads marketplace, auctioning/bidding, or large-scale measurement.
Master's or Ph.D. in quantitative fields like Economics, Statistics, Computer Science.
Advanced proficiency in statistical programming (Python/R) and SQL.
Experience with statistical analysis, economic modeling, and causal inference methodologies.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Proven experience in leading technical direction for large organizations.
Track record of working in fast-paced environments with ambiguous challenges.

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