Data Scientist at Wurl

About Wurl, Inc.
Wurl, the world leader in powering streaming TV, interconnects over 1200 streaming channels from the world’s top content companies with the leading streaming distribution services in over 50 countries. The Wurl Network platform helps leading studios such as A+E Networks, AMC Networks, BBC Studios, Bloomberg, CNN, Reuters and Sony, deliver programming to the biggest streaming platforms, including Amazon IMDb TV, LG, Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Rakuten, Twitch, and VIZIO, while maximizing monetization. Reaching over 300 million connected TVs around the globe, Wurl makes it effortless for content companies to build and track global distribution for branded linear channels, live events, and on-demand programming to manage and monetize their ad inventory.
We're an entertainment tech startup with 160+ team members across the world. We've been recognized as a “Great Place to Work" after the first two years by fostering an inclusive and mission-driven culture. In addition to stock options and great benefits, our people work remotely.
Data Scientist (Remote):
Wurl is seeking a Sr. Data Scientist to join our newly created Data Science team. The team solves problems related to our business and creates opportunities for new products and better products. The team creates models using vast amounts of data that creates visibility into the company’s understanding of its own potential solutions. The Data Science team has a huge impact on the company's growth and business.
The ideal candidate is experienced with Big Data, ML processes, SQL, Python, and is most importantly an outstanding problem-solver,  has extensive experience developing machine learning models and performing advanced analytics, and has a strong background in mathematics and statistics.
Responsibilities:

Contributing to Wurl’s understanding of our data set 
Contributing to data processing and machine learning initiatives 
Identifying quality metrics and data features
Building data models and prediction models
Contributing to Wurl’s ML frameworks: research models
Participating in the evolution of Wurl’s data management and analysis framework 
Creating solutions that are practical and can be applied to business applications

Qualifications:


PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or relative field plus 2 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or relative field plus 4 years of relevant experience

Expert programming skills with Python and SQL
Knowledge of Spark/PySpark
Strong mathematical background and knowledge including but not limited to statistics, predictive modeling, linear algebra, machine learning
Experience with AI, including building ML models using frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, SparkML, scikit-learn.
Data pre-processing, visualization and data cleansing experience 
Experience dealing with big datasets and databases
Effective communication skills
Works well in a team and independently
Soft skills: creative, innovative, open to receiving and giving constructive criticism, open to discussions, trustworthy and reliable
Proven record of being an outstanding problem-solver
Location: US remote.

Pluses:

Advanced proficiency with data visualization tools (such as Tableau, Power BI, Domo)
Knowledge of fundamental NLP concepts and updated  with the state-of-the-art NLP models
Knowledge of AWS, Snowflake, Databricks and Git
Publications in a peer reviewed journals

 
Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

 
What We Offer
Wurl provides a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance, 4 weeks of paid time off, 10 paid holidays, 401(k), flexible schedules and HSA. We are a fun, creative and collaborative remote work environment, headquartered in Palo Alto, CA. We live our values everyday in how we work with one another and support our clients. Wurl is truly a unique place to learn, create and have a daily impact on millions of people every day.  
Our promise to you
Few companies will allow you to thrive like you will at Wurl. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with the industry’s brightest minds and most innovative thinkers. You will enjoy ongoing mentorship, and you will understand what we mean by “human connection.” You will be proud to say you’re a part of the company revolutionizing TV.