Staff Data Scientist

**Who We Are**

**About The Job**

In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the utilization of Data Science collaborating closely with product and engineering teams. You will lead our audience-focused Data Science team and partner with Machine Learning Engineers to translate prototypes into impactful solutions.

In this role, you will work on projects like
- ATOM (ID-less, on-device behavioral targeting) Find out more here.
- Moments.AI (contextual targeting solution) Find out more here and here.

**What You Will Do**
- Lead the cleaning, preprocessing, and analysis of complex datasets to derive actionable insights
- Develop and deploy advanced machine learning algorithms and statistical models
- Oversee the evaluation of model performance, driving iterative improvements in accuracy and efficiency
- Communicate insights and recommendations effectively through compelling visualizations and presentations
- Uphold coding standards to produce high-quality, maintainable code
- Collaborate closely with platform/runtime data teams to ensure the delivery of top-tier solutions
- Maintain regular communication with stakeholders and project managers
- Architect robust ML systems and frameworks
- Prepare comprehensive technical documentation
- Lead a distributed team of Data Scientists

**What You Will Bring**
- 7+ years of experience delivering impactful data science solutions in production, encompassing design, and implementation across backend, data, and ML domains
- Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a quantitative field (e.g., applied mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science)
- Expertise in developing and supporting high-performance distributed systems
- Deep understanding of statistical modeling and machine learning techniques
- Strong proficiency in Python, with extensive experience in relational and non-relational databases (e.g., BigQuery, PostgreSQL, ScyllaDB, Redis)
- Proven track record in cloud computing platforms such as GCP and AWS (including Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with ML Ops tools, common data science libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), CI/CD pipelines, and version control (e.g., GitHub)
- Proficiency in SQL, PySpark, and Scikit-learn, with desirable experience in Airflow/Spark, Jupyter, and deep learning frameworks
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex challenges
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and drive results independently

**What We Offer**
- Join one of the top privacy-first omnichannel ad platforms and gaming companies
- Be part of a multicultural team (55+ nationalities) that is bringing advertising to the next level
- Benefit from working with some of the most experienced professionals in our industry and constantly grow with us
- You will learn and evolve in an empowering environment characterized by entrepreneurial actions
- Responsibility, independence, and an opportunity to participate in projects that have a significant impact on Verve Group’s success
- 3 Wellness days per year to help you maintain your well-being (in Q1, Q2 and Q3 after min. 90 days of employment)
- Enhance your professional skills with a yearly training budget and improve your language skills through German and/or English classes.
- Work and Travel Program (monthly raffle after 2 years of employment)
- We are happy to build a great team together and we appreciate your help through our Employee Referral Bonus
- Align your interests with the company's success and take part in our Employee Shares Purchase Plan
- You will be entitled to 19 holidays per year in addition to any of the public/bank holidays
- Personalized Benefits Platform; with a budget of 4100 INR/month, you can choose the benefits that fit you best from the following options:

- Mobility and travel
- Entertainment and food
- Fitness and health care
- Enjoy food and beverage benefits with colleagues and have fun during team events
- Medical insurance for self and family

Verve Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.