Senior Data Scientist II – Ads Optimization

atInstacartRemoteCA flagCanadaFull-timeData ScientistSeniorC$192k – C$202.5k/year

Posted Sep 28

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

πŸ“‹ Description

β€’ Take charge of the analytics and experimentation strategy concerning pacing, targeting, and associated optimization areas.

β€’ Develop and implement intelligent pacing algorithms and budget allocation systems utilizing adaptive control and model-predictive control techniques.

β€’ Oversee comprehensive experimentation throughout optimization systems.

β€’ Analyze complex or conflicting signals and convert results into actionable recommendations for Product and Engineering leadership.

β€’ Utilize causal inference, statistical modeling, and machine learning to enhance ad-spend distribution.

β€’ Harmonize user experience, advertiser objectives, and platform revenue.

β€’ Communicate findings and strategic advice to leadership in Product, Engineering, and Data Science.

β€’ Act as a thought leader and technical expert in Ads Optimization.

β€’ Guide and mentor team peers.

β€’ Collaborate with Ads Product and Sales teams to collect advertiser feedback and shape priorities.


⛳️ Requirements

β€’ Demonstrated experience in ads optimization within an ad tech company, with practical involvement in pacing, targeting, budget allocation, or similar systems.

β€’ Solid foundation in product and data analysis, A/B experimentation, causal inference, and statistical modeling.

β€’ Experience in deploying optimization systems into production and refining them in live environments.

β€’ Outstanding communication skills for distilling complex technical results for senior business and engineering stakeholders.

β€’ 6+ years of professional experience in data science or a related field.

β€’ Preferred: experience working with ads product or sales teams, or directly with advertisers.

β€’ Preferred: knowledge of budget-constrained allocation methods, adaptive control, or model-predictive control in production systems.


🏝️ Benefits

β€’ New hire equity grant.

β€’ Annual refresh grants.

β€’ Flexible work location options (home, office, or coffee shop).

β€’ Regular in-person events.

β€’ Market-competitive compensation and benefits.

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