Data Scientist, Machine Learning

Discord is looking for passionate data scientists to join our team! As a member of the Data Science & Analytics team, you'll use your expertise in machine learning to help Discord achieve its mission of providing people with belonging in online communities, by collaborating directly with the teams who design, build, and support Discord. If you're passionate about data, impact, and working on an amazing team, read on! 

You will: 

• Apply state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to provide a deeper understanding of product, users, and communities 
• Build predictive models, apply causal inference techniques, and design and analyze experiments to support high impact company initiatives
• Ideate, communicate, and and partner directly with product, engineering, and business teams to improve decision-making and drive impact 

You have (you don't need all of these to apply!): 

• Deep technical expertise in machine learning and applied statistics 
• Experience applying machine learning and statistical knowledge to solve ambiguous business problems
• Deep technical expertise in machine learning fundamentals, applied machine learning, and statistical modeling
• Experience writing excellent Python or R
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver complicated findings and explain technical approaches to a variety of audiences
• A desire to work with amazing, passionate people who care deeply about solving challenging problems to improve Discord 
• Last but not least - a collaborative attitude and a healthy dose of natural curiosity!

Bonus Points 

• Experience in the design and analysis of A/B tests in a fast-paced environment at scale
• Proficiency in SQL 
• Passion for Discord or online communities
• Experience with social media or international subscription-based online services, including familiarity with concepts such as social graphs, LTV modeling, user segmentation, etc 
• Experience using a BI visualization tool like Tableau or Looker to surface model results, monitor performance, etc 

Benefits and Perks 

• Medical insurance including Health, Dental, Vision
• 20 paid holidays
• Unlimited sick days
• Parental Leave and fertility benefits
• Transgender benefits
• Supported-employee clubs and Employee Resource Groups
• Commuter Contributions of $270 a month (pre-tax)
• Daily lunches and unlimited snacks
• Monthly gym and fitness stipend 

Discord is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting an inclusive work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We value diversity, inclusion, and aim to provide a sense of belonging for everyone. 

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