Staff Data Scientist, Ads Experimentation

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Location: remote-friendly or any office location - SF, LA, CHI, NY

Reddit has a flexible first workforce. At Reddit we continue to grow our teams with the best talent. We're completely remote friendly and will continue to be after the pandemic.

About the Role:

Reddit's Ads Data Science team is seeking a highly motivated Staff Data Scientist to revolutionize our advertising platform through cutting-edge experimentation. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead the design, implementation, and analysis of complex A/B tests and advanced experimentation methodologies, driving significant improvements in advertiser performance and user experience. You'll be a strategic partner, collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and fellow data scientists to shape a forward-thinking experimentation roadmap. As a thought leader, you'll champion best practices, driving the adoption of novel techniques in modeling, statistical frameworks, and causal inference, while mentoring junior data scientists. You'll thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, partnering with a world-class team to push the boundaries of data-informed decision-making and product creation within Reddit's two-sided ads marketplace. If you are passionate about experimentation, eager to challenge the status quo, and driven to make a tangible impact, join us in shaping the future of Reddit ads.

Responsibilities:

• Revolutionize Ad Performance with Advanced Experimentation: Lead the design, implementation, and analysis of sophisticated A/B tests and experiments, leveraging innovative techniques like Bayesian approaches and causal inference to optimize complex ad strategies
• Deliver Data-Driven Strategic Advantage: Extract critical insights through in-depth analysis, developing automated tools and actionable recommendations to drive impactful decisions Define and refine key metrics to empower product teams with a deeper understanding of feature performance
• Influence Product Strategy Through Data: Partner with product and engineering to shape experiment roadmaps and drive data-informed product development
• Champion Experimentation Excellence: Provide technical leadership, mentor junior data scientists, and establish best practices for experimentation
• Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration: Drive impactful results by collaborating effectively with product, engineering, sales, and marketing teams

Required Qualifications:

• M.S.: 10+ years of industry data science experience, emphasizing experimentation and causal inference.
• Ph.D.: 6+ years of industry data science experience, emphasizing experimentation and causal inference
• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field
• Expertise in experimental design, A/B testing, and causal inference
• Proficiency in statistical programming (Python/R) and SQL
• Demonstrated ability to apply statistical principles of experimentation (hypothesis testing, p-values, etc.)
• Experience with large-scale data analysis and manipulation
• Strong technical communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and drive action
• Desire to mentor and elevate data science practices
• Experience with digital advertising and marketplace dynamics (preferred)
• Experience with advertising technology (preferred)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
• 401k Match
• Family Planning Support
• Gender-Affirming Care
• Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
• Flexible Vacation & Reddit Global Days off
• Generous paid Parental Leave  
• Paid Volunteer time off

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In addition to base salary, this job is eligible to receive equity in the form of restricted stock units, and depending on the position offered, it may also be eligible to receive a commission. Additionally, Reddit offers a wide range of benefits to U.S.-based employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, generous time off for vacation, and parental leave. To learn more, please visit https://www.redditinc.com/careers/.

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The base pay range for this position is:

$217,000—$303,900 USD

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