[Remote] Data Science Manager at iSpot.tv

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Requirements

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Statistics, Data Science, Applied Urban Science and Informatics, or related field
2 years of experience as a Data Science Manager, Sr. Data Scientist, Data Scientist, Statistician, or similar duties under a different job title
2 years of experience in the following:
Programming in R or Python
Using Apache Spark with application to machine learning or ETL pipelines
Linux or Unix; git and github.com
Implementing predictive modelling using at least 3 of the following: scikit-learn, xgboost, Spark ML, or H2O.ai
1 year of experience with AWS S3

Responsibilities

Work with the Product team, Project Management team, and Senior Director of Data Science to plan and strategize data-science-driven solutions for the company’s business goals; draft and review business requirement documents; contribute to data science project plans
Implement industry-leading predictive-modelling solutions in support of the company’s syndicated products, and to enable managed service work
Manage a Data Scientist, including assist in hiring and onboarding, set personal goals, conduct semi-annual performance reviews, track progress regularly via one-on-one meetings, and provide advice and mentoring on all relevant projects and work
Monitor security risks and implications of access to certain types of data
Test and augment the functionality of algorithms, both in isolation and within a production-style pipeline
Provide ad-hoc support to the Analytics Team to fulfill their managed service client deliverables

iSpot.tv

TV ad measurement and attribution services

About iSpot.tv

iSpot.tv specializes in TV Attribution, helping businesses understand the impact of their TV advertising on real-world results like store visits and sales. Their platform uses data from a large collection of TV ads and insights from 12 million opted-in Smart TVs to provide real-time measurement of ad impressions and viewer attention. iSpot primarily serves disruptive brands across various industries, offering a subscription-based service that integrates with clients' existing marketing tools to enhance the effectiveness of their TV campaigns. Unlike competitors, iSpot focuses on delivering advanced analytics and insights that allow brands to optimize their advertising strategies based on actual business outcomes. The company's goal is to empower brands to maximize their advertising investments through precise measurement and actionable insights.

Bellevue, WashingtonHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$372.3MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Stock Options

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Competition from companies like FuboTV could challenge iSpot's market share.

Former iSpot executives joining competitors may lead to knowledge transfer risks.

Complex media landscape may affect the effectiveness of iSpot's collaborations.

Differentiation

iSpot.tv offers real-time analytics for TV ads, unlike legacy solutions.

The company provides cross-platform measurement, unifying TV and digital ad performance.

iSpot.tv's platform integrates seamlessly with existing marketing tools for enhanced ad optimization.

Upsides

Growing demand for cross-platform measurement boosts iSpot.tv's market potential.

Partnerships with companies like Roku enhance iSpot.tv's data accuracy and ad targeting.

The rise of programmatic TV advertising increases demand for iSpot.tv's advanced capabilities.

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