Senior Data Scientist, Data & AI Team

Hearst; New York (NY); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance from

Hybrid work model

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Hearst Magazines is seeking a visionary Senior Data Scientist to architect and deploy advanced ML models powering personalized user experiences and next‑gen advertising products. You will partner with product, editorial, and revenue teams to drive measurable impact across iconic brands.

The role is hybrid in New York City with four in‑office days and a strong emphasis on mentorship, strategic thinking, and leadership of cross‑functional DS initiatives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a data science role with production ML models.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL; strong ML algorithm knowledge (regression, classification, clustering, NLP).
• Hands-on experience with ML libraries (Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with big data (Spark, BigQuery) and cloud platforms (GCP, AWS).
• Ability to translate business problems into data science projects and communicate with non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring across cross-functional teams.
• Master’s or PhD in a quantitative field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of advanced ML models for personalization and advertising.
• Partner with product, engineering, editorial, and revenue teams on DS initiatives to drive business outcomes.
• Own end-to-end DS workflow from hypothesis to production deployment.
• Perform in-depth analytics on large datasets to uncover patterns and opportunities.
• Mentor junior data scientists and analysts to foster technical excellence.
• Stay at the forefront of DS advancements and champion new technologies.

Skills

Python proficiency

SQL proficiency

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field

Tools

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Spark

BigQuery

GCP

AWS

Job description

Be Part of What's Next

Hearst Magazines is seeking a visionary and hands‑on Senior Data Scientist to join our dynamic Data & AI team. In this pivotal role, you will be a key player in architecting and implementing the advanced data models that power personalized user experiences, drive our next‑generation advertising products, and provide deep, actionable insights to our world‑class editorial and commercial teams. You will tackle complex challenges at the intersection of machine learning, user behaviour, and content strategy, with a direct impact on the trajectory of our iconic brands.

About Hearst Magazines ( Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S.—including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Popular Mechanics — inspires, entertains, and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting‑edge technology, and industry‑leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world—and together, we are shaping what’s next.

Key Responsibilities(What are you doing)

• Lead and Innovate: Design, develop, and deploy sophisticated machine learning models to address core business challenges, including user segmentation, content recommendation, churn prediction, and lifetime value modeling.
• Strategic Impact: Partner with product, engineering, editorial, and revenue teams to identify and execute on data science initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes.
• Full-Cycle Development: Own the end‑to‑end data science workflow, from hypothesis generation and data exploration to model building, validation, and deployment into production environments.
• Advanced Analytics: Conduct in‑depth exploratory analysis of large, complex datasets to uncover hidden patterns, trends, and opportunities for innovation.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior data scientists and analysts, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaborative problem‑solving.
• Thought Leadership: Stay at the forefront of advancements in data science and machine learning, and champion the adoption of new technologies and methodologies within the organization.

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in a data science role, with a proven track record ofdeveloping and deploying impactful machine learning models in a production environment.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Expert proficiency in Python and SQL.
  • Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, NLP) and statistical modeling.
  • Hands‑on experience with machine learning libraries and frameworks such as Scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
  • Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, BigQuery) and cloud platforms (GCP, AWS).
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to translate complex business problems into well‑defined data science projects and communicate technical concepts effectively to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams.
• Education: Master’s or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline is preferred.
• This is a hybrid position based in New York City, with an in‑office requirement of four days per week.

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top‑tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work‑Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well‑being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.

The base salary for this role is between $149,000-$181,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hearst Magazines is seeking a visionary and hands‑on Senior Data Scientist to join our dynamic Data & AI team. In this pivotal role, you will be a key player in architecting and implementing the advanced data models that power personalized user experiences, drive our next‑generation advertising products, and provide deep, actionable insights to our world‑class editorial and commercial teams. You will tackle complex challenges at the intersection of machine learning, user behaviour, and content strategy, with a direct impact on the trajectory of our iconic brands.