Staff Data Scientist, Ads

About the Role

Join Reddit's Ads Data Science team as a Staff Data Scientist to significantly advance the intelligence and effectiveness of our advertising platform. This remote-friendly role offers a unique opportunity to leverage data and cutting-edge methods to maximize advertiser value and shape the future of Reddit's monetization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute data science initiatives to enhance advertiser value and platform performance.
• Develop and implement robust data foundations, metrics, and strategic insights through experimentation.
• Apply advanced machine learning and statistical modeling techniques to solve complex problems in ads measurement, campaign optimization, and advertiser growth.
• Drive data-driven decision-making across areas like monetization, brand engagement, and community interaction.
• Collaborate closely with a passionate team of data scientists and engineers to push the boundaries of innovation.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong track record in advertising, monetization, or related fields.
• Deep expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, and experimental design.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable strategic insights and business impact.
• Strong proficiency in data manipulation, analysis, and relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of influencing technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a flexible, remote-first work environment.

About the Team

The Ads Data Science team is critical to Reddit's growth, focusing on maximizing advertiser value through data-driven solutions. We tackle a wide range of challenging problems, from platform measurement to advertiser retention, constantly innovating with advanced data science methods. You'll be part of a highly collaborative team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with data.