Data Scientist

Nexstar Media Group

New York, NY

Full Time

Mid Level

125k-130k

3 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Data Scientist role at Nexstar Media will focus on creating and applying data models and AI solutions to drive digital strategy across the company's diverse media platforms, including broadcast stations, websites and mobile apps. This position will help grow audience registration and engagement, as well as improve ad performance. This person will work closely with other members of the central data team and operational groups to integrate models and AI solutions into Nexstar's systems. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of digital media and an eagerness to foster a data-driven decisionmaking culture.

Key Responsibilities

Build and improve machine learning models to predict audience behavior, optimize products and drive revenue
Develop and automate algorithms for creating features that improve model performance
Combine and integrate data assets from internal and external sources to enhance model effectiveness
Analyze large datasets to understand audience behavior and ad campaign performance, with familiarity in NLP and time series analyses
Work with data engineers, product managers, and analysts to apply data science insights and solutions across the organization
Serve as an advisor on data science and AI strategies, helping other teams refine their strategies
Manage key components of the data science stack, including models, scripts, and tools

Requirements

BS in a quantitative field such as computer science, statistics, engineering, sciences, or related fields
3+ years of professional experience in data science, machine learning, AI, or statistical analysis
Experience with SQL and Python for data preparation and analysis
Experience in training and evaluating machine learning models
Proficient in working with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) and version control tools like git
A solid understanding of statistical techniques and the fundamentals of machine learning
Familiarity with causal inference analysis, such as A/B testing, and cluster analysis

Nice to Have

Experience with digital media analytics, advertising, and audience acquisition strategies

Qualifications

Educational requirement of a BS degree in a relevant quantitative field
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in related areas

Benefits & Perks

Salary range of $125,000 -- $130,000 annually
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K match
Paid parental leave

Working at Nexstar Media Group

The role emphasizes collaboration, creativity in tackling complex challenges, and a passion for data science applications in digital media. The candidate should be motivated, organized, and comfortable working both independently and within cross-functional teams.

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