Senior Data Scientist

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Who We Are

Your team and role

Within the Data Science Functional Team, you'll build machine learning models, conduct statistical analyses, and improve our data processes using tools like Python, Jupyter, and SQL. Recent projects include :

• Deploying fast categorization models for search queries
• Grading the relevancy of advertisements at scale

As a Senior Data Scientist , you'll work directly with product and business objectives, including our search engine, instant answers, and revenue optimization. You'll collaborate across teams and drive impact through experiments, validating directions, and building trust through data, focusing on key metrics like searches, installs, and revenue.

About You

• 7+ years of experience in Data Science
• Ability to lead and collaborate on high-impact, complex projects from proposal through post-mortem
• Skills to wrangle vague problems, propose innovative solutions, and execute with a metrics-driven focus
• Advanced programming experience, preferably in Python
• Proficiency in SQL, query optimization, and familiarity with columnar databases (e.g., Redshift, Clickhouse, BigQuery, Druid)
• Experience building data visualizations and dashboards

Compensation

178,500 USD annually plus stock options. Compensation is consistent across professional levels, regardless of location or team, with transparent salary structures.

Benefits & Support

Our Team Member Support Guide details our commitment to wellbeing, including paid parental leave , office setup , and co-working allowances .

Hiring Process

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

DuckDuckGo provides equal opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We ensure our hiring process is accessible; contact us at for accommodations.

Additional Notes

• Meetings on camera are required
• Travel at least twice a year for team events
• Flexible work with an average of 40 hours / week
• Background check required
• By applying, you confirm the accuracy of your information and understand the consequences of false information
• Senior Level : Mid-Senior
• Type : Full-time
• Function : Engineering and IT
• Industry : Software Development

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