Senior Data Scientist

Reddit•San Francisco, CA

3d•$229,000 - $267,100•Remote

About The Position

Reddit is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to develop action-oriented insights that inform product strategy and help stakeholders make decisions. The role uses observational causal analysis, experiment meta-analysis, and A/B testing to maximize learning and measure impact. It also builds data infrastructure and self-service tools, defines team-level KPIs, and works closely with cross-functional stakeholders. The position includes mentoring junior data scientists and business partners in data science methods and best practices. Full-time telecommuting is an option.

Requirements

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Data Science, Statistics, Machine Learning, Operations Research, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline, plus two years of experience in the offered role or a related occupation; OR a bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in one of these fields, plus five years of progressively responsible experience in the offered role or a related occupation.
A/B testing and experimentation design.
Causal inference and incrementality measurement.
Statistical modeling and data analysis.
ETL development and maintenance.
KPI design and goal setting.
Cross-functional collaboration.
Data visualization and reporting.
Python and SQL.
Machine learning and predictive modeling.
Any suitable combination of education, training, and/or experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Develop action-oriented insights for product strategy through observational causal analysis and experiment meta-analysis, and communicate recommendations to stakeholders, including executives.
Guide experimentation design, execution, and in-depth analysis to improve team practices and maximize learning from A/B tests.
Create ETLs, tables, dashboards, and other self-service tools that help data scientists and cross-functional partners access and use data.
Design, evaluate, and measure team-level KPIs to support quarterly goal setting and demonstrate team impact.
Engage stakeholders regularly to gather feedback and share progress, ensuring alignment on business goals and outcomes.
Mentor junior data scientists and business partners in data science practices and methods to improve data literacy and decision making.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits and income replacement programs.
401(k) with employer match.
Global benefit programs that support workspace, professional development, and caregiving.
Family planning support.
Gender-affirming care.
Mental health and coaching benefits.
Flexible vacation.
Paid volunteer time off.
Generous paid parental leave.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Equity in the form of restricted stock units; depending on the position offered, commission may also be available.