Staff Data Scientist

OpenX

Staff Data Scientist at OpenX solving complex marketplace problems using machine learning and AI techniques. Leading cross-team initiatives and mentoring data scientists for impactful solutions.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $195,500 - $218,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonPyTorchSQLTensorflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect robust, scalable, and maintainable ML systems for broad use across the exchange, spanning training pipelines, real-time inference, validation, and monitoring
Serve as a go-to expert in deep learning and related advanced data science domains, with the breadth to guide method selection across adjacent areas
Lead the evaluation and adoption of new AI/ML modeling techniques, frameworks, and research advancements relevant to OpenX’s marketplace problems
Define and evolve technical standards and best practices within their domain, influencing broader adoption across the organization
Identify and lead high-impact, cross-team data science initiatives, such as improving bidding strategies, building new prediction systems, or redesigning experimentation frameworks
In partnership with engineering and product leadership, drive the data science roadmap for a product area or platform capability
Partner with product managers and commercial stakeholders to translate marketplace problems into data science solutions with measurable business outcomes
Solve novel, ambiguous problems requiring innovation in methodology, algorithms, or feature engineering
Mentor and develop senior data scientists, helping them grow toward broader technical leadership
Raise the skills, impact, and scientific rigor of teams around them through guidance, architectural patterns, and strategic direction
Communicate technical strategy and build consensus for complex decisions across senior leadership and cross-functional teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. in Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or related technical field with 6+ years of relevant industry experience; OR M.S./B.S. with 8+ years of relevant experience and a demonstrated track record of leading cross-team technical strategy and delivering organization-level impact
Deep expertise in deep learning and broad fluency across the modern ML toolkit, with strong familiarity with optimization methods; additional experience in areas such as causal inference or experimentation design is a plus
Proven ability to architect and deliver complex, production-grade ML systems that operate at scale
Strong track record of nurturing DS/ML projects to maturity with significant business impact, including supporting and improving those systems beyond initial deployment
Mastery of probability and statistics, especially techniques that scale to massive datasets
Strong Python and SQL skills; experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
Strong communication and presentation skills, including proficiency in conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Track record of cross-team technical leadership and mentorship of senior data scientists and technical partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

🌐 Worldwide ❌ Jobs You've Hidden ⭐️ Saved Jobs ✅ Applied Jobs ✉️ Email Alerts 👤 Account OpenX Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 201 - 500 employees Founded 2008 💰 Secondary Market on 2015-05 Advertising OpenX is an independent supply-side platform specializing in ad tech, enabling publishers and advertisers to achieve better ad buying and selling experiences with a focus on addressability, transparency, and sustainability. Established in 2008, OpenX provides omnichannel targeting capabilities across all channels, including CTV, and integrates seamlessly with various data sets and identity types. As the first Net-Zero verified adtech company, OpenX emphasizes responsible media practices, helping clients reduce their environmental impact while supporting social initiatives. They offer a platform that democratizes identity access for marketers, allowing for seamless audience targeting similar to walled gardens. OpenX has established itself as a leader in programmatic advertising, working with high-profile clients to integrate their technology efficiently and effortlessly. Staff Data Scientist 🔥 0 minutes ago 🗽 New York – Remote 💵 $195.5k - $218.5k / year ⏰ Full Time 🔴 Lead 📊 Data Scientist Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Architect robust, scalable, and maintainable ML systems for broad use across the exchange, spanning training pipelines, real-time inference, validation, and monitoring
Serve as a go-to expert in deep learning and related advanced data science domains, with the breadth to guide method selection across adjacent areas
Lead the evaluation and adoption of new AI/ML modeling techniques, frameworks, and research advancements relevant to OpenX’s marketplace problems
Define and evolve technical standards and best practices within their domain, influencing broader adoption across the organization
Identify and lead high-impact, cross-team data science initiatives, such as improving bidding strategies, building new prediction systems, or redesigning experimentation frameworks
In partnership with engineering and product leadership, drive the data science roadmap for a product area or platform capability
Partner with product managers and commercial stakeholders to translate marketplace problems into data science solutions with measurable business outcomes
Solve novel, ambiguous problems requiring innovation in methodology, algorithms, or feature engineering
Mentor and develop senior data scientists, helping them grow toward broader technical leadership
Raise the skills, impact, and scientific rigor of teams around them through guidance, architectural patterns, and strategic direction
Communicate technical strategy and build consensus for complex decisions across senior leadership and cross-functional teams 🎯 Requirements
Ph.D. in Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or related technical field with 6+ years of relevant industry experience; OR M.S./B.S. with 8+ years of relevant experience and a demonstrated track record of leading cross-team technical strategy and delivering organization-level impact
Deep expertise in deep learning and broad fluency across the modern ML toolkit, with strong familiarity with optimization methods; additional experience in areas such as causal inference or experimentation design is a plus
Proven ability to architect and deliver complex, production-grade ML systems that operate at scale
Strong track record of nurturing DS/ML projects to maturity with significant business impact, including supporting and improving those systems beyond initial deployment
Mastery of probability and statistics, especially techniques that scale to massive datasets
Strong Python and SQL skills; experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
Strong communication and presentation skills, including proficiency in conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
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Hard Skills & Tools

machine learningdeep learningdata scienceoptimization methodscausal inferenceexperimentation designprobabilitystatisticsPythonSQL

Soft Skills

communicationpresentationtechnical leadershipmentorshipcollaborationproblem-solvingstrategic directioninfluenceconsensus buildingguidance

Certifications

Ph.D. in Data ScienceM.S. in Data ScienceB.S. in Data Science