Data Scientist (L5) - Product Promotion & Algorithm Performance

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries.
$170,000 - $720,000
Data
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment

Description For Data Scientist (L5) - Product Promotion & Algorithm Performance

Netflix, a global entertainment leader with 283 million paid memberships across 190+ countries, is seeking a Senior Data Scientist for their Product Promotion & Algorithm Performance team. This role combines advanced statistical analysis with business impact, focusing on understanding how content promotion and personalization algorithms interact to enhance member experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 - $720,000 and requires 5+ years of experience in data science.

The ideal candidate will work at the intersection of content distribution, promotion, and personalization, using causal inference methods and statistical analysis to drive actionable insights. They will be responsible for building robust measurement frameworks, partnering with business leaders, and shaping strategy through analytics and experiments.

Key responsibilities include leveraging advanced statistical methods, building metrics frameworks, establishing stakeholder partnerships, and proactively exploring member engagement trends. The role requires an advanced degree in a quantitative field, strong programming skills in SQL and Python/R, and exceptional communication abilities.

Netflix offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, mental health support, 401(k) with employer match, stock options, and flexible time off. The company culture values independence, innovation, and inclusion, providing an environment where data scientists can make significant impact on how millions of members discover and enjoy content.

Last updated 9 days ago

Responsibilities For Data Scientist (L5) - Product Promotion & Algorithm Performance

  • Leverage causal inference methods to drive actionable insights
  • Build metrics and measurement frameworks
  • Establish strong partnerships with team members and stakeholders
  • Facilitate ownership and accountability
  • Proactively explore trends in member engagement
  • Work independently and drive your own projects

Requirements For Data Scientist (L5) - Product Promotion & Algorithm Performance

Python
  • Advanced degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related quantitative field
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in data science roles
  • Expertise in statistical analysis methods
  • Strong data manipulation and quantitative programming skills in SQL, R and/or Python
  • Exceptional communication with technical and non-technical audiences
  • Comfort with ambiguity

Benefits For Data Scientist (L5) - Product Promotion & Algorithm Performance

401k
Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Health Plans
  • Mental Health support
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Stock Option Program
  • Disability Programs
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Family-forming benefits
  • Life and Serious Injury Benefits
  • 35 days annually for paid time off (hourly employees)
  • Flexible time off (salaried employees)

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