Staff Data Scientist, Safety Insights

Reddit, Inc.

Remote, US
Base: $217,000 - $303,900 usd; equity: eligible fo...
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Statistical analysis and causal inference methods
Python and sql programming proficiency
Experience with safety or fraud detection domains
** Reddit is seeking a Staff Data Scientist for its Safety Insights team, responsible for developing safety metrics and driving analytics to enhance user safety on the platform. The position is fully remote and requires a strong background in data science, particularly in safety or enforcement contexts. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the measurement strategy for user safety by defining metrics and frameworks to quantify safety experiences across Reddit.
  • Candidates will design and execute experiments using quasi-experimental causal analyses to estimate the impact and ROI of safety initiatives.
  • The position offers comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401k matching, and flexible vacation time in a remote-friendly environment.

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** Reddit is seeking a Staff Data Scientist for its Safety Insights team, responsible for developing safety metrics and driving analytics to enhance user safety on the platform. The position is fully remote and requires a strong background in data science, particularly in safety or enforcement contexts. **

Salary

Base: $217,000 - $303,900 USD; Equity: Eligible for restricted stock units; Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, 401k match, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Statistical analysis and causal inference methods
  • Python and SQL programming proficiency
  • Experience with safety or fraud detection domains

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring junior data scientists
  • Knowledge of GenAI and LLM methodologies
  • Strong data storytelling capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. or M.S. in quantitative field
  • 8+ years industry experience (MS) or 4+ years (PhD)
  • Fluency in Python, SQL, and statistical analysis

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States

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