Senior Data Scientist (AdTech) at Nexxen

New York, New York, United States

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Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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AdTech, AdvertisingIndustries

Requirements

Masters/Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field
5+ years of experience in a data science or applied machine learning role, ideally in a high-scale, real-time environment
Proficient with applied machine learning techniques (classification, regression, evaluation metrics, etc.), especially tree-based models like XGBoost
Comfortable navigating large, complex legacy codebases and proposing changes to production systems
Strong programming skills in Python and SQL
Experience with Scala/Apache Spark for distributed data processing and machine learning at scale
Familiar with Deep Learning using frameworks such as PyTorch/Tensorflow
Strong written and verbal communication skills — able to synthesize technical findings into clear, actionable insights
Self-directed, curious, and able to thrive in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Design, implement, evaluate and help deploy machine learning models for bidding, pacing and KPI prediction (Click, Action, Viewability etc.)
Analyze large-scale behavioral and performance data using Spark (Scala/PySpark), SQL, and Python
Deep dive into complex, legacy codebases; comfortable navigating and improving existing systems
Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other data scientists to define problems and deliver end-to-end solutions
Write clear, concise technical documentation and communicate insights effectively across both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Machine LearningLarge-Scale Data ProcessingOptimizationBidding LogicDemand-Side PlatformAd DeliveryReal-Time Bidding

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or office-based?

This role is based in the New York office with a hybrid schedule, requiring work in the office three days a week and remotely for the rest.

What technical skills are required for this Senior Data Scientist role?

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on experience, proficiency in analyzing large-scale data using Spark (Scala/PySpark), SQL, and Python, designing and deploying machine learning models, and navigating complex codebases.

What is the company culture like at Nexxen?

Nexxen emphasizes the 'Nexxen Way' with the 3Cs: Customer Centric, Curious Mindset, and Collaborative with No Ego, fostering a team that hustles, commits, and dedicates itself to transforming advertising.

What salary or compensation does this position offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Data Scientist position?

A strong candidate is self-directed, analytical, and curious with 5+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning and large-scale data processing, comfortable with complex codebases, and able to collaborate across teams while communicating insights effectively.