Reddit

Staff Data Scientist, Marketing

Reddit · Remote - United States

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
Reddit's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Reddit's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Reddit
high
148 stale, 3 reposted of 150 open
Hiring momentum
259 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Reddit's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Reddit.

About this role

As a Staff Data Scientist in Marketing at Reddit, you will lead the strategy and technical execution of marketing intelligence efforts, focusing on optimizing marketing spend and measuring its impact. Your role involves developing frameworks for both B2B and B2C growth, conducting advanced experimentation, and collaborating with various teams to translate data insights into actionable strategies. You will also mentor junior scientists and ensure high standards of technical quality within the team.

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freshness
1/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
  • 10+ years of industry experience in marketing science, growth data science, or econometrics for M.S. holders; 6+ years for Ph.D. holders
  • Deep understanding of the marketing ecosystem with hands-on experience in Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM), Incrementality Testing, and Customer Lifetime Value (LTV) prediction
  • Advanced proficiency in Python or R and SQL
  • Experience building production-grade data pipelines and using machine learning for predictive modeling
  • Proven track record of influencing C-suite stakeholders and translating complex statistical concepts into business strategy

Nice to have

  • Experience with Bayesian structural time series or causal inference libraries
  • Previous experience in a high-growth marketplace or social media platform
  • A passion for the Reddit community and understanding of the 'Ads-as-Content' philosophy

What you get

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • Global Benefit programs that fit your lifestyle
  • Family Planning Support
  • Gender-Affirming Care
  • Mental Health & Coaching Benefits

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of team size or structure
  • High autonomy may require self-motivation and initiative
  • Role involves significant influence over marketing budget allocation, which may come with pressure

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Listed by Reddit on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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