Description:

StackAdapt is a self-serve advertising platform specializing in multi-channel solutions including native, display, video, connected TV, audio, in-game, and digital out-of-home ads.
The company empowers hundreds of digitally-focused companies to deliver outcomes and exceptional campaign performance every day.
They are searching for a talented Data Scientist to join their engineering team as they expand their data science efforts.
The platform is connected to thousands of publishers and advertisers worldwide, dealing with millions of requests each second and making billions of decisions.
The role involves innovating ML algorithms to maximize ROI and advertising performance, which includes creating new algorithms, improving state-of-the-art methods, and developing a deep understanding of classic methods.
Responsibilities include writing production code in collaboration with Data Engineers to implement novel ML algorithms, prototyping potential algorithms and pipelines, testing them using historical data, and iterating based on insights.
StackAdapt is a Remote First company, open to candidates located anywhere in Canada.

Requirements:

Candidates must have a Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Operations Research, or a related field; dual degrees are a plus.
The ability to take an ambiguously defined task and break it down into actionable steps is essential.
A comprehensive understanding of statistics, optimization, and machine learning is required.
Proficiency in coding, data structures, and algorithms is necessary.
Candidates should enjoy working in a friendly, collaborative environment with others.

StackAdapters enjoy a competitive salary plus equity.
The company offers RRSP matching and 3 weeks of vacation, along with 3 personal care days, 1 Culture & Belief day, and birthdays off.
Employees have access to a comprehensive mental health care platform and health benefits from day one of employment.
Work-from-home reimbursements are provided, along with an optional global WeWork membership for those seeking a change from their home office.
There is a robust training and onboarding program, as well as coverage and support for personal development initiatives such as conferences and courses.
Employees have access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning and mentorship opportunities with industry leaders.
The company has an awesome parental leave policy and promotes a friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture, along with social and team events.