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Data Scientist

nexxenNew York, NYEngineering
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Salary
$160K - $200K
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior · 5+ yrs
Posted
1 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Nexxen is seeking a Data Scientist II to work in New York, NY on core optimization and bidding logic for the demand-side platform. This hybrid position suits analytical professionals with extensive experience in machine learning and large-scale data processing.

Role Overview

Nexxen is hiring a Data Scientist II to join the team in New York City. The position operates on a hybrid schedule requiring three days per week in the office and the remainder remotely. The role centers on machine learning, large-scale data processing, and ad delivery performance within the programmatic advertising sector.

Key Responsibilities

Build, test, evaluate, and launch machine learning models for forecasting, bidding, pacing, and KPI prediction.
Process massive datasets utilizing SQL, Python, and Spark with PySpark or Scala.
Examine and improve complex existing legacy codebases.
Partner with engineers, product managers, and peers to scope problems and deploy complete solutions.
Author technical documentation and share findings with technical and non-technical groups.

Requirements

Master's degree in a quantitative discipline like Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Physics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.
Minimum of five years of practical experience in data science or applied machine learning.
Proficiency in applied machine learning methods, particularly tree-based models such as XGBoost.
Strong coding abilities in Python and SQL.
Experience utilizing Apache Spark and Scala for distributed data handling.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with LLM-based tools such as ChatGPT and Copilot for debugging, documentation, and development.

Skills and Tools

Python
SQL
Spark
Scala
PySpark
XGBoost
LLM-based tools

Salary and Benefits

Full-time annual base salary range of $160,000 to $200,000, with potential for bonus or incentive compensation.
Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, parental leave, unlimited vacation, and company-paid holidays.

About the Company

Nexxen operates in programmatic advertising with a focus on real-time exchanges, ad delivery performance, and optimization logic. The organization maintains an office in New York City and prioritizes candidate security by warning applicants against fraudulent recruitment scams.

How to Apply

Visit the official company careers page to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location and work schedule for this role?

The job is based in the New York City office with a hybrid schedule requiring three days in the office and the rest remotely.

What level of experience is required?

Candidates must have 5+ years of hands-on experience in a data science or applied machine learning role.

What educational background is expected?

A Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline is required.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual base salary range is $160,000 to $200,000, with potential for an incentive or bonus.

What technical stack is used on the job?

The tech stack includes Python, SQL, Scala, Apache Spark, PySpark, and XGBoost.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official nexxen careers page.

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