Senior Data Scientist - Ads Data Platform at Spotify

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Advertising, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a similar data science role
Degree in a quantitative subject area
Comfortable building and maintaining large, complex datasets
Technical competence in advanced analytics and data extraction (using SQL, Python or R)
Ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders and conduct nuanced discussions with engineers
Deep knowledge of statistical inference, preferably including experience with Bayesian methods
Experience in experimental design / causal inference
Experience taking a project idea and bringing it to life through self-driven scoping, planning, and stakeholder communication
Ad tech experience is a plus
Located within the Americas region (U.S. Eastern time zone for collaboration)

Responsibilities

Partner with product and engineering to understand audience product problems and propose data-driven solutions
Deliver solutions to challenging, large-scale problems with complexity and ambiguity independently
Write code (Python, R, SQL, etc.) to obtain, manipulate, and analyze large datasets
Communicate data-driven insights and recommendations to key partners
Work closely with a cross-functional team of product owners, product marketers, and engineers
Prioritize business solutions, regardless of product area
Support the building of experimentation platform and related measurement solutions for advertisers

Skills

Python

SQL

Data Analysis

Advanced Analytics

Large Datasets

Experimentation

Data Extraction

Spotify

Digital music streaming service with podcasts

About Spotify

Spotify provides a digital music streaming service that allows users to access millions of songs and podcasts from various artists and creators. Users can choose between a free plan, which includes advertisements, and a premium subscription that offers an ad-free experience along with features like offline listening and higher sound quality. This tiered model caters to different user preferences and budgets. Spotify generates revenue through subscription fees from premium users and advertising from the free tier. Unlike its competitors, Spotify stands out with its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, and personalized playlists. The company's goal is to connect listeners with a wide range of audio content while supporting artists and advertisers.

Stockholms kommun, SwedenHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$2,004.2MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse

Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents

Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs

Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success

All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub

Spotify On Tour, join your colleagues on trips to industry festivals and events

Risks

Accidental display of adult content may harm Spotify's reputation.

Creating its own music to avoid royalties could lead to legal issues.

Layoffs may affect Spotify's operational efficiency and employee morale.

Differentiation

Spotify offers a vast library of music and podcasts globally.

The platform's user-friendly interface enhances user experience and engagement.

Spotify's personalized playlists cater to individual user preferences.

Upsides

Spotify's AI-powered Wrapped feature enhances user engagement and personalization.

Expansion into political podcasting taps into new audience segments.

Growing podcast popularity in Africa presents expansion opportunities for Spotify.

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