Senior Data Scientist

SuperAwesome
London
2 months ago
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Our award-winning technology enables the youth digital media ecosystem. Used by hundreds of brands and content owners, SuperAwesome’s technology provides the tools for safe digital engagement with almost half a billion kids and teens every month.

We work with a huge variety of top brands and content owners including Warner Bros, EA, Hasbro, Nike and Netflix.

About us:

SuperAwesome is an award-winning technology company that powers the youth digital ecosystem, helping brands to meet their audience where they are.

We bring together proprietary advertising and gaming products, audience insights, and compliance capabilities to help build a safer internet for the next generation.

Our technology is trusted by hundreds of brands and creators and enables more effective digital engagement with almost half a billion young people worldwide every month.

As we specialise in reaching under-18 audiences, we have to be as curious, fast-paced, and creative as kids and teens. At SuperAwesome, you’ll be encouraged to own your impact, make your team more awesome, and evolve like a kid as you grow into your role.

At our core is the #SAFam, a community where every voice is valued and diversity is celebrated. We prioritise individuality and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.

What you’ll do?

Data is at the heart of everything we do at SuperAwesome.

We are seeking a passionate and seasoned Senior Data Scientist to lead our data science efforts. In this role, you will be a key player in shaping our data science strategy and driving innovation across the organization. You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of challenging and rewarding projects, from content classification and moderation to trend discovery and the definition of synthetic personas.

Responsibilities:

  • Spearhead cutting-edge data science initiatives, collaborating with teams across the organisation to identify and solve high-impact business problems.

  • Shape data science practices and processes across SuperAwesome, ensuring that we are using the most effective and innovative methods.

  • Be the hinge between Product, Strategic Insight, Data, Engineering, and Business stakeholders

  • Develop and deploy machine learning models to improve our products and services, from content classification and moderation to trend discovery and the definition of synthetic personas.

  • Conduct research and development to explore new data science techniques and technologies, keeping SuperAwesome at the forefront of the field.

  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to a range of audiences, ensuring that everyone understands the value of our work.

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in data science, continuously learning and growing as a data scientist.

  • Be a hands-on mentor for fellow data analysts and scientists.

Qualifications:

  • Solid background in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.

  • Extensive experience as a data scientist, with a proven track record of successful projects.

  • Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling.

  • Experience with big data technologies and cloud platforms.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Bonus Points:

  • Experience in the adtech industry.

  • Experience with natural language processing or computer vision.

We Offer

  • Employee equity programme.

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

  • Flexible working arrangements - We operate a hybrid model with weekly office visits dependent on location

  • A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

  • 25 Days Holiday + 8 Public Holidays and a Winter Break.

  • Enhanced Company Maternity & Paternity pay.

  • Private Medical Insurance, Income Protection & Life Assurance

  • Pension contribution

  • Cycle to Work & Tech Scheme

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