Sr Data Scientist, Open Path

Senior Data Scientist, Open Path

At TTD, data scientists partner closely with engineering throughout the entire product lifecycle-from ideation to production and ongoing monitoring. Our data scientists are true end-to-end owners, actively involved in designing, researching, building, and delivering data-driven products that empower our clients and traders.

We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join the Open Path team. In this role, you will focus on developing metrics to quantify supply path efficiency and applying scalable data science modeling on large-scale datasets to improve the buying strategy.

The main job directions include :

• Develop and apply causal inference methodologies to measure the efficiency of supply paths, leveraging techniques such as double machine learning, instrumental variables, propensity scoring, and synthetic control methods.
• Define success criteria for causal measurement and ensure that model insights translate into tangible business improvements.
• Design and analyze experiments (e.g., A / B tests) to validate model performance
• Develop algorithms and models to proactively detect and interpret shifts in inventory supply paths.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to integrate models into existing workflows, making outputs actionable and aligned with business objectives.
• Mentor junior data scientists, fostering growth, technical excellence, and knowledge-sharing across the team.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

We do not expect you to know every technology we use when you start at TTD. What we care most about is that you can learn quickly and solve complex problems using the best tools for the job. However, we find that the most successful candidates typically come in with something like the following experience :

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only : In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is The Trade Desk's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. All employees may be eligible to become The Trade Desk shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants, which are awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. The Trade Desk also offers other compensation depending on the role such as sales-based incentives and commissions. Plus, expected benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents, retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, parental leave, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter, and around 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more.

Note : Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave

At the Trade Desk, Base Salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range. The base salary range for this role is

$124,900 — $228,900 USD

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