Staff Data Scientist – Ads Measurement, Signals, Privacy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Create and implement probabilistic models for identity resolution.

• Develop methodologies that connect actions taken on and off the platform while respecting privacy.

• Take ownership of the statistical integrity for Reddit’s Brand and Conversion Lift products.

• Pioneer experimental designs and establish infrastructure for extensive, rapid, low-bias testing for advertisers.

• Formulate strategies for new signal sources and assess their value through mathematical quantification.

• Collaborate with modeling teams to integrate signals into predictive models, enhancing bidding efficiency and return on ad spend (ROAS).

• Construct objective functions and truth sets for model training and incremental-impact evaluation.

• Partner with engineering, product, and sales teams to align on strategic objectives and execution.

• Mentor team members and advocate for best practices in modeling, experimentation, and measurement.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, or Operations Research.

• For Master's degree holders: At least 10 years of industry experience in applied science or data science roles.

• For Ph.D. holders: Minimum of 6 years of industry experience in applied science or data science roles.

• Profound understanding of the advertising ecosystem.

• Proven expertise in Measurement & Experimentation at Scale (focusing on lift and attribution), Identity Graph Creation & Resolution Methodology and Infrastructure, or Predictive Modeling with Signal Loss.

• Advanced skills in statistical programming (Python or R) and SQL.

• Familiarity with machine learning or optimization techniques.

• Strong knowledge of experimental design, causal inference, or A/B testing methodologies.

• Outstanding problem-solving and communication abilities, with a history of influencing product and engineering stakeholders.

• Experience working in dynamic, ambiguous settings with cross-functional teams.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs.

• 401k with Employer Match.

• Global benefit programs tailored to your lifestyle, covering workspace, professional development, and caregiving support.

• Family Planning Support.

• Gender-Affirming Care.

• Mental Health & Coaching Benefits.

• Flexible Vacation & Paid Volunteer Time Off.

• Generous Paid Parental Leave.