Remote Principal Data Scientist (Remote - US)

Description:

• This position is for a Principal Data Scientist at Applecart, located in the United States.
• The role involves shaping the future of audience measurement and targeting in digital advertising.
• The candidate will lead the design and implementation of machine learning and statistical models to drive campaign performance and strategic decision-making.
• The position is hybrid, offering a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Key responsibilities include designing advanced audience measurement metrics using ML algorithms, leading predictive model development for audience targeting, collaborating with engineering for scalable solutions, ensuring data quality and model robustness, communicating analytical findings to stakeholders, and driving survey-based research methodologies.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of experience in data science, particularly in digital advertising and predictive modeling.
• A proven track record of building reach metrics and deploying models for campaign planning and evaluation is required.
• Deep knowledge of machine learning, statistics, and data science methodologies is essential.
• Proficiency in Python (or R) and SQL is necessary.
• A degree in a quantitative field is required; an advanced degree is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset are important.
• Bonus qualifications include experience with Spark, survey research, Snowflake, Databricks, AWS, or GCP.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $175,000 to $225,000 for NYC-based candidates, along with an annual cash bonus and equity.
• A hybrid work model is provided, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays and in-office work in New York City from Tuesdays to Thursdays.
• Employees will benefit from a generous stock option plan and performance incentives.
• There is an opportunity to work with a high-growth, profitable company backed by top investors and industry leaders.
• The role provides exposure to innovative marketing technologies and high-impact client projects.