[Remote] Principal Data Scientist, Ads at Reddit

United States

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Requirements

  • Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following: ads marketplace understanding, auctioning/bidding, ads creative & format evaluation, measurement & experimentation at scale
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Operations Research, or a related quantitative discipline
  • For M.S. holders: 12+ years of industry experience in applied science, data science, or a related field

Responsibilities

  • Own the design and long-term evolution of core Ads Data Science solutions and infrastructure
  • Identify fundamental gaps and opportunities in current systems and lead the strategic design and scientific roadmap for new solutions
  • Take end-to-end ownership of complex problem domains such as full funnel acceleration, advertiser lifetime value (LTV), and developing advanced predictive and causal frameworks
  • Define and codify best practices for large-scale statistical modeling, economic analysis, causal inference, offline model evaluation, and A/B experimentation
  • Be the domain authority for data scientists, engineers, and product managers on complex problems involving large-scale behavioral data
  • Influence the design and definition of core business and performance metrics and collaborate with cross-org XFNs to align on strategic goals
  • Lead technically minded peers and mentor senior data scientists, influencing technical and statistical direction across the entire product and engineering organization

Skills

Reddit

Online platform for community discussions and content

About Reddit

Reddit is an online platform that allows users to post, vote, and comment on content within various communities based on shared interests. Users can engage in discussions on a wide range of topics, from news and sports to entertainment and hobbies. The platform features a unique voting system where content can receive upvotes or downvotes, helping the most popular posts gain visibility. Reddit generates revenue primarily through advertising, premium memberships, and the sale of virtual goods like Reddit Coins. Unlike many other social media platforms, Reddit emphasizes community-driven content and discussions, creating a space for authentic interactions among users. The goal of Reddit is to foster engagement and connection among its diverse user base.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
$1,177.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits
Flexible unlimited vacation days & monthly global wellness days
Family planning funds & 4+ months paid parental leave
Personal & professional development funds
Paid volunteer time off
Workspace & home office benefits

Risks

Reliance on advertising revenue faces competition from platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
AI tools like 'Reddit Answers' may raise privacy and data usage concerns.
NFT market expansion exposes Reddit to volatility and regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Reddit's unique voting system promotes engaging and authentic content discovery.
The platform's diverse communities cater to a wide range of interests and discussions.
Reddit's AI-powered tools enhance user experience and content moderation.

Upsides

Reddit's confidential IPO plans signal potential growth and market expansion.
AI-driven content moderation can improve user safety and platform reliability.
Expansion into blockchain and NFTs opens new revenue streams and user engagement.

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