Staff Data Scientist, Ads Measurement, Signals, Privacy

Reddit

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Work type
Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$217,000–$303,900 / yr
Posted
56 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $186k
This role $260k
$110k most similar roles pay here $325k

This role pays more than 89% of similar roles. Most pay $131,175–$241,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $260k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · Staff Data Scientist, Ads Measurement, Signals, Privacy

Staff Data Scientist - Ads Measurement, Signals, Privacy will join the Ads Data Science team to advance the intelligence powering the advertiser experience. This role involves taking ownership of measurement, identity, and signal quality by developing probabilistic models for identity resolution, advancing lift methodologies and experimentation, and defining strategies for new signal sources to improve bidding efficiency. The candidate will design objective functions for training models and establish evaluation frameworks to solve challenges in validating identity and measurement. Required skills include an advanced degree in a quantitative field, proficiency in Python or R and SQL, and expertise in machine learning, optimization techniques, causal inference, and A/B testing. The role focuses on the advertising ecosystem, specifically addressing problems related to signal loss, attribution, and building robust identity graphs while maintaining privacy standards.

What does a Data Scientist earn in Remote?

Median $217225 from 40 postings across 18 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop probabilistic models for identity resolution to link on-platform and off-platform actions while maintaining privacy.
  • Own the statistical rigor and infrastructure for Brand and Conversion Lift products through innovative experimental design.
  • Define strategies for new signal sources and mathematically quantify their value for predictive modeling and bidding efficiency.
  • Design objective functions and truth sets to validate identity and measure the impact of the identity graph.
  • Translate complex data insights into actionable goals for engineering, product, and sales teams.
  • Mentor team members and establish high technical standards for modeling, experimentation, and measurement practices.

What we're looking for

  • Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, or Operations Research.
  • Ph.D. degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, or Operations Research.
  • 10+ years of industry experience in applied science or data science for M.S. holders.
  • 6+ years of industry experience in applied science or data science for Ph.D. holders.
  • Deep understanding of the advertising ecosystem and expertise in measurement, identity resolution, or predictive modeling.
  • Advanced proficiency in SQL and statistical programming using Python or R.
  • Experience with machine learning, optimization techniques, causal inference, or A/B testing methodologies.
  • Proven ability to communicate complex insights and influence cross-functional product and engineering partners.

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