Lead Data Scientist, Content Intelligence

Disney Streaming

Glendale, CA, USA
Base: $155,700 - $208,700 py; bonus/equity: bonus ...
Not specified, but likely hybrid or onsite based on company culture and team collaboration requirements.
7+ years data science experience
Python pandas numpy scikit-learn proficiency
Pytorch deep learning framework expertise
Disney Streaming is seeking a Lead Data Scientist for its Content Intelligence team in Glendale, CA. The role focuses on developing and deploying AI/ML solutions to enhance media understanding and operationalize data science models within the company’s content distribution processes

Job Summary

  • This role involves conceptualizing and co-developing innovative AI/ML solutions to address complex business challenges in the media space.
  • The successful candidate will establish rigorous evaluation metrics beyond standard accuracy to validate model performance for temporal tasks.
  • Disney offers a global platform where technologists build products that serve millions of people across brands like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN.

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Disney Streaming is seeking a Lead Data Scientist for its Content Intelligence team in Glendale, CA. The role focuses on developing and deploying AI/ML solutions to enhance media understanding and operationalize data science models within the company’s content distribution processes.

Salary

Base: $155,700 - $208,700 per year; Bonus/Equity: Bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided; Benefits: Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years data science experience
  • Python Pandas NumPy scikit-learn proficiency
  • PyTorch deep learning framework expertise
  • LLM prompting and fine-tuning skills
  • AWS SageMaker or Databricks cloud experience
  • Full machine learning lifecycle management

Nice-to-have

  • MS or PhD in Computer Science
  • Experience in media supply chain
  • VLM model distillation knowledge
  • Generative AI for video analysis
  • Cross-regional team collaboration
  • Advanced statistical experimental design

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Minimum 7 years relevant industry experience
  • Proficiency with PyTorch and LLM frameworks

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