Data Scientist Manager

Who is Nexxen?   
Flexible advertising, unified by data. Nexxen empowers advertisers, agencies, publishers and broadcasters around the world to utilize data and advanced TV in the ways that are most meaningful to them. Our flexible and unified technology stack comprises a demand-side platform (“DSP”) and supply-side platform (“SSP”), with the Nexxen Data Platform at its core. With a global footprint, you can be part of a team that is transforming advertising through our creative, flexible and unified solutions. 

Why join the Nexxen team? 
With a global footprint, you can be part of a team that is transforming advertising through our creative, flexible and unified solutions. Employees hustle, commit and dedicate themselves to pillars that make up the Nexxen Way – the 3Cs - Customer Centric, Curious Mindset, Collaborative with No Ego. 

Are you a data-driven innovator ready to tackle massive-scale challenges? We're seeking a Data Scientist Manager to join our high-performing team in Bellevue, WA. You'll lead and spearhead the development and deployment of groundbreaking data solutions, collaborating with talented engineers and product experts to transform complex problems into elegant solutions. You're team will process and analyze hundreds of billions of data points daily, uncovering actionable insights. By exploring and implementing state-of-the-art technologies, you'll stay ahead of the curve. 

With proven experience in data science, machine learning, and statistical modeling, you'll bring a passion for problem-solving and a knack for turning data into actionable insights. Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, Node.js, Spark and other relevant tools are essential, as is a collaborative mindset and a desire to work in a fast-paced, agile environment. 

Join us and make a significant impact, contributing to groundbreaking data initiatives. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule that balances work and life, work with the latest tools and techniques, and collaborate with a team of brilliant minds who are passionate about data.  

Our team follows a hybrid schedule working in-office three days a week and remotely for the rest.

Each day can be different here at Nexxen, but some of the things you can expect to be doing are: 

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists and engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Drive hiring efforts, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding top data science talent to build a strong and scalable team.
• Design and oversee the development of scalable machine learning and data science solutions for real time bidding optimization that deliver business impact.
• Adopt an iterative approach, continuously experimenting, testing and refining models to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and product to align with business goals.
• Communicate technical insights to stakeholders, both technical and non-technical.
• Ensure best practices in coding and model development.

What You’ll Bring:

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in data science, ML, and statistical modeling.
• 3+ years of experience managing data science teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including experience with statistical analysis and hypothesis testing.
• Results-driven mindset, with a focus on delivering measurable business impact.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex insights to diverse audiences.
• Experience working with bid data, Vertica, Hadoop, or Spark.
• Experience in hiring, onboarding, and developing data science professionals.

Nice to Have:

• • MS/PhD in Computer Science / Engineering or a related field.
  • Experience with latency-sensitive scalable machine learning models.
  • Ad tech knowledge.

In support of pay transparency and equity, the minimum and maximum full-time annual base salary for this role in Bellevue  is $200,000 - $240,000 at the time of posting, with the potential of an incentive or bonus.  While this is our reasonable expectation this is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, education, certifications, responsibility, and geographic location.  Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. We offer a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, parental leave, unlimited vacation, and company-paid holidays.  The specific programs and options available will vary depending on the state, start date, and employment type. Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to answer any questions you may have. 

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