Data Science Manager - TikTok Ads Data Science Manager - TikTok Ads

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage a high-performance, responsive team of data scientists and analysts capable of pioneering in the data science space.
• Build and prototype analysis pipelines to provide insights at scale.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of TikTok data structures and metrics, and advocate for necessary changes for product development.
• Develop deep partnerships with engineering and product teams to deliver on cross-functional measurements, testing, and modeling efforts.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or Statistics.
• 5+ years of experience in data science, algorithmic engineering, or machine learning.
• Experience managing and mentoring data science, data engineering, and analytics teams in a technology company.
• Proficiency with statistical software (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB) and database languages (e.g., SQL).
• Experience building data science models (Regression, Decision Trees, K-Means, etc.).
• Experience working with large data sets and analytical tools such as Hive and Spark.
• Demonstrated leadership and self-direction.
• Willingness to teach others and learn new techniques.
• Ability to select appropriate statistical tools for data analysis problems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Demonstrated skills in selecting the right statistical tools given a data analysis problem.

Qualifications

• Educational background with MS or PhD in a relevant quantitative field.

Benefits & Perks

• Base salary range of $201,000 - $483,200 annually, with potential bonuses, incentives, and stock units.
• Employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid parental leave and fertility treatment coverage with a $20,000 lifetime maximum.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits.
• 10 paid holidays, 10 paid sick days, and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire).