Senior Data Scientist

The Walt Disney Company

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Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$141,900–$190,300 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Dec 12, 2026

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $159k
This role $166k
$91k most similar roles pay here $227k

This role pays more than 66% of similar roles. Most pay $126,800–$191,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $166k versus about $159k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is a diversified global entertainment and media enterprise operating in segments including Disney Parks, Experiences and Products; Entertainment (ABC, Hulu, Disney+); and ESPN. Industry: Entertainment & Media

The Walt Disney Company currently has 118 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,700–$199,400 across 118 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Data Scientist

As a Senior Data Scientist on the News & Entertainment Machine Learning team, you will support the development of robust data pipelines and advanced machine learning platforms to deliver personalized content across various media brands. You will perform exploratory data analysis on user, content, and engagement data to identify trends while executing A/B tests and defining success metrics for specific product areas. Collaborating with Machine Learning Engineers, you will conduct feature analysis, model evaluation, and drift detection to ensure reliable personalization. The role requires proficiency in Python, SQL, and PySpark, along with experience using cloud platforms like AWS, Databricks, or Snowflake. You will also utilize Adobe Analytics for behavioral analysis. This position focuses on solving complex problems related to real-time content personalization and targeted distribution across web, mobile, and connected TV platforms.

What does a Data Scientist earn in Remote?

Median $217225 from 40 postings across 18 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Conduct exploratory data analysis on user, content, and engagement data to identify patterns and trends.
  • Execute A/B tests and controlled experiments using established methodologies to evaluate product features.
  • Define and track success metrics for specific products while monitoring model performance against those goals.
  • Perform feature analysis and model evaluation in collaboration with Machine Learning Engineers.
  • Provide data support for drift detection and performance reviews of machine learning models.
  • Translate complex data findings into clear recommendations for internal teams and stakeholders.
  • Apply statistical analysis using Python, SQL, and PySpark to analyze large datasets.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a comparable quantitative field.
  • 5+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and PySpark for data analysis and manipulation.
  • Working knowledge of statistical analysis and experimentation, including running and interpreting A/B tests.
  • Ability to conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify patterns in user behavior data.
  • Experience working with cloud data platforms such as AWS, Databricks, or Snowflake.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills to summarize findings for internal teams.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and collaborating with engineering and product partners.

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