Principal Data Scientist, VideoAmp
$150k
Plus equity
Advertising measurement and optimization
Open for applications
Advertising measurement and optimization
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
$150k
Plus equity
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To reinvent how media is bought, sold, and valued, shaping a more efficient advertising ecosystem.
Role
Who you are
- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in statistical modeling, machine learning, and data analysis, with an understanding of advertising technology concepts
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
- Proven experience (8+ years) in data science, with a strong focus on statistical modeling and machine learning
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and SQL
- Expertise in statistical techniques, including regression analysis, hypothesis testing, Bayesian methods, and time-series analysis
- Experience with general machine learning frameworks and libraries
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with complex datasets and extract actionable insights
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences
- Experience in the advertising technology industry is highly desirable
- Familiarity with big data technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, etc) is a plus
What the job involves
- We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Data Scientist to lead methodology development as part of a team of advertising technology focused data scientists
- You will play a critical role in developing and implementing data-driven strategies, optimizing statistical methods, and driving innovation within the company
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced statistical models to optimize advertising campaign measurement and improve planning and targeting accuracy
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business opportunities and translate them into data science projects
- Develop and implement machine learning algorithms to analyze large-scale datasets, uncovering insights and trends that drive strategic decision-making
- Mentor and guide junior data scientists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development
- Communicate complex analytical concepts and results to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
- Stay current with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and advertising technology, incorporating new techniques and tools into the team’s workflow
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of data through rigorous testing and validation of models
- Work closely with engineering teams to integrate models into production systems, ensuring scalability and reliability
- Drive the innovation of data products and services, contributing to the company's overall growth and competitive edge
Our take
For companies looking for a more advanced and streamlined advertising ecosystem, VideoAmp provides tools to measure, transact with and unify audiences that were previously hard to interact with across the disparate traditional systems of TV, streaming and digital media.
In today's world where digital users are keenly aware of their data being used, sold and analyzed, VideoAmp has shrewdly put user privacy at its forefront. Its suite of data and software solutions allows a view of the audience which powers a more effective value exchange for the whole industry. Audiences no longer have to see irrelevant advertising and companies can bring users the content they want to see without compromising privacy.
The company has raised significant funding, further accelerating its leadership position in optimization solutions for the convergent TV ecosystem. This capital has also allowed VideoAmp to acquire Elsy, a media investment optimization platform. Alongside partnerships with media giants Omnicom Media and NBCUniversal, this is testament to VideoAmp’s growing momentum.
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Company Specialist
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Sep 2023
$150m
SERIES G
Oct 2021
$275m
SERIES F
Total funding: $531.6m
Company benefits
- Unlimited paid time off each year
- Company sponsored health, dental and vision benefits for you and your dependents
- Annual vacation and childcare stipends
- Access to state-of-the-art fitness classes and personal trainers to promote your well-being
- Partnership with DoorDash for meal deliveries
- Employee Advisory Groups / Proactive Social Groups
- Pet Funds + Pet Care Savings
- 401k Plan
- Referral Bonus
- Progressive approach to paid parental leave
- Epic personal and professional growth opportunities
Company values
- Create trust
- Do more with less
- Figure it out
- Ship it fast
- Make it fun
- Embrace wellness
- Grow exponentially
- Be a legend
Company HQ
Sawtelle, Los Angeles, CA
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Founders
Ross McCray
(CEO)They studied at the University of California, Los Angeles, before dropping out to co-found VideoAmp in June 2014.
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