Mid Level Data Scientist, DSP

Join to apply for the Mid Level Data Scientist, DSP role at Jobright.ai3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Mid Level Data Scientist, DSP role at Jobright.aiGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Jobright is an AI-powered career platform that helps job seekers discover the top opportunities in the US. We are NOT a staffing agency. Jobright does not hire directly for these positions. We connect you with verified openings from employers you can trust.Job Summary:Nexxen is a company that empowers advertisers, agencies, publishers, and broadcasters worldwide through data and advanced TV solutions. They are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to work on the core optimization and bidding logic of their Demand-Side Platform (DSP), focusing on machine learning and large-scale data processing to enhance programmatic advertising performance.Responsibilities:• Design, implement, evaluate and help deploy machine learning models for bidding, pacing and KPI prediction (Click, Action, Viewability etc.).• Analyze large-scale behavioral and performance data using Spark (Scala/PySpark), SQL, and Python.• Deep dive into complex, legacy codebases; you should be comfortable navigating and improving existing systems.• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other data scientists to define problems and deliver end-to-end solutions.• Write clear, concise technical documentation and communicate insights effectively across both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Qualifications:Required:• Masters in a quantitative field such as Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field• 2+ years of experience in a data science or applied machine learning role, ideally in a high-scale, real-time environment.• Proficient with applied machine learning techniques (classification, regression, evaluation metrics, etc.), especially tree-based models like XGBoost.• Comfortable navigating large, complex legacy codebases and proposing changes to production systems.• Strong programming skills in Python, and SQL.• Experience with Scala/Apache Spark for distributed data processing and machine learning at scale.• Strong written and verbal communication skills — able to synthesize technical findings into clear, actionable insights.• Self-directed, curious, and able to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving pany:Nexxen is an advertising technology company that provides a unified platform integrating demand-side and supply-side capabilities. Founded in 2007, headquartered in New York, New York, USA, team size 501-1000 employees, currently Late Stage. Nexxen has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesSoftware DevelopmentReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jobright.ai by 2xInferred from the description for this jobMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Get notified when a new job is posted.Sign in to set job alerts for “Data Scientist” roles.Annapolis Junction, MD $50,000.00-$120,000.00 1 year agoLaurel, MD $115,000.00-$190,000.00 1 year agoLaurel, MD $100,000.00-$227,500.00 1 week agoBaltimore, MD $110,000.00-$160,000.00 20 hours agoFort Meade, MD $70,000.00-$100,000.00 1 month agoAnnapolis Junction, MD $49,996.80-$290,004.00 1 week agoMachine Learning - Artificial Intelligence SME - ML, InnovationApplied Data Scientist Internship (DoD SkillBridge)Annapolis Junction, MD $90,000.00-$120,000.00 9 months agoBaltimore, MD $120,000.00-$130,000.00 15 hours agoFort Meade, MD $104,650.00-$189,175.00 3 weeks agoAnnapolis Junction, MD $163,000.00-$193,000.00 2 months agoFort Meade, MD $115,000.00-$145,000.00 1 month agoAnnapolis Junction, MD $195,000.00-$231,000.00 2 months agoArtificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Research and Development EngineerAnnapolis Junction, MD $76,700.00-$129,500.00 8 months agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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