Senior Data Scientist Machine Learning at Discord

What You'll Be Doing
Apply state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to provide a deeper understanding of users, communities, and our product
Build predictive models on massive data sets to support high impact company initiatives
Ideate, communicate, and partner directly with product, engineering, and business teams to improve decision-making and drive impact
Collaborate with data and engineering teams to design scalable primitives and inform our technical infrastructure
You Will Thrive In This Role If You Have
Expertise in at least 2 of the following domains: linear models, neural networks, tree-based models, and unsupervised learning
2+ years of industry experience in developing and productionizing applied machine learning for internal use cases (i.e. low SLA, batch models)
Masters, PhD, or equivalent experience in a quantitative area such as Computer Science, Applied Stats, Math, Astrophysics, etc.
Proficiency with Python
Knowledge of SQL
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex findings and technical approaches to a variety of audiences
Desire to work with amazing, passionate technical and non-technical partners who care deeply about solving challenging problems to improve Discord for its users
Last but not least - a collaborative attitude and a healthy dose of natural curiosity!
Bonus Points
Experience visualizing and auditing model outputs to ensure models are performing as intended
#buildbelonging
(New York City only*) Minimum salary of $186,000/year + equity and benefits Note: Disclosure as required by NYC Pay Transparency Law (Colorado only) Minimum salary of $148,800/year + equity and benefits *Note: Disclosure as required by sb19-085(8-5-20).
Benefits and Perks
Comprehensive medical insurance including Health, Dental and Vision (plus up to $20,000 for gender affirmation procedures)
Mental health resources and quarterly wellness stipends
16+ paid holidays, 4 weeks of PTO + use-what-you-need sick days 
Paid parental leave (plus fertility, adoption and other family planning benefits)
Flexible long-term work options (remote and hybrid)
Volunteer time off
A diverse slate of Employee Resource Groups 
Plus commuter contributions and other perks for office-based employees
About Us
Discord is a voice, video and text app that helps friends and communities come together to hang out and explore their interests — from artists and activists, to study groups, sneakerheads, plant parents, and more. With 150 million monthly users across 19 million active communities, called servers, Discord has grown to become one of the most popular communications services in the world. Discord was built without selling ads or user data and instead, offers a premium subscription called Nitro that gives users special perks like higher quality streams and fun customizations.
We’re working toward an inclusive world where no one feels like an outsider, where genuine human connection is a click, text chat, or voice call away. A place where everyone can find belonging. Challenging? Heck yes. Rewarding? Double heck yes. It’s a mission that gives us the chance to positively impact millions of people all over the world. So if this strikes a chord with you, come build belonging with us!
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