Senior Data Scientist

Key Skills

Python Programming, SQL, AWS, Machine learning techniques, Data Visualization

Job Description

A bit about us

GroundTruth is the leading location-based marketing and advertising technology company. Sitting at the convergence of offline and online data, GroundTruth delivers a unique data set called “visitation data,” which allows brands, agencies, SMBs, and non-profits to drive high-performing business outcomes (ROI). GroundTruth activates this data through a suite of performance products and services via their self-serve advertising platform, through managed services, or tailored partnerships. GroundTruth has built proprietary filtering processes that combines our BlueprintTM contextual mapping technology, owned & operated properties, along with 3rd party mobile location data, together yielding over 30B visits annually.

We believe that innovative technology starts with the best talent and have been ranked one of Ad Age’s Best Places to Work for two years in a row (2021 & 2022). Learn more about the perks of joining our team here.

Senior Data Scientist

Mountain View, CA or New York, NY or Remote | Data Science

You will:

• Research on machine learning models and bidding optimization algorithms.
• Develop production machine learning systems in AWS Cloud Computing environment.
• Dive deep into rich set of location data, derive insights, design and improve analytics products.
• Collaborate closely with peer data scientists, product managers.
• Manage projects from full end-to-end lifecycle.

 You are:

• Problem solver: Doesn’t wait for someone else to give the answer – takes charge of creating solutions.
• Organized: Ability to prioritize and deliver timely work; best in class project management skills.
• Flexible: Dynamic, hard-working, and able to pivot direction quickly to keep up with business demands.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team Player: Prides themselves on being part of an exceptional team.
• Technical Aptitude: Not afraid of new technologies and eager to learn.

You have:

• Master’s degree in computer science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering; Phd is a plus.
• 2+ years in a full-time software development job in industry.
• Substantial experience in Statistics, Machine Learning.
• Fluency in Python.
• Significant experience with SQL; some relational databases or NoSQL data stores.
• Familiarity with open source machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn and Spark MLlib.
• Familiarity with A/B testing; Causal inference is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills.

What we offer

At GroundTruth, we want our employees to be comfortable with their benefits so they can focus on doing the work they love.

• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• In Office Daily Catered Lunch
• Fully stocked snacks/beverages
• 401(k) employer match
• Health coverage including medical, dental, vision and option for HSA or FSA
• Generous parental leave
• Company-wide DEIB Committee
• Inclusion Academy Seminars
• Wellness/Gym Reimbursement
• Pet Expense Reimbursement
• Company-wide Volunteer Day
• Education reimbursement program
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Equity Analysis to ensure fair pay

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, inclusion and equity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.