Senior Data Science Manager

Summary

Join Discord's Advertising Data Science team as a Senior Data Science Manager! Lead a team of data scientists, driving measurable impact in Discord's mobile and gaming-centric advertising ecosystem. You will own the measurement strategy, design experiments, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and develop actionable insights for advertisers. This role requires extensive experience in applied data science, team leadership, and mobile ad tech. You'll build scalable tools, enhance data fluency across teams, and act as a trusted advisor to key advertisers. Discord offers a dynamic, fast-growing environment and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in applied data science, advanced analytics, and measurement within the mobile apps, gaming, and related DR verticals
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing and developing teams of 5+ Data Scientists
• Expertise in designing and analyzing experiments (e.g., A/B testing) and applying causal inference methods to real-world problems
• Proficiency in SQL and at least one data programming language (Python, R, etc.)
• Deep mobile ad tech and measurement experience, including working on mobile attribution logic, mobile identity graphs, mobile ad delivery optimization, and mobile measurement partners
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts, including causal modeling, time series analysis, sampling approaches, and data mining techniques
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with modern BI tools (e.g., Hex, Mode, Looker, Tableau) to create clear, insightful visualizations and reports
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-impact results in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with the digital advertising ecosystem, including campaign measurement and performance optimization for Brand and Direct Response campaigns

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a mission-driven team of Data Scientists, driving measurable impact in Discord’s mobile and gaming-centric advertising ecosystem through advanced measurement analytics and scalable reporting solutions
• Own the measurement strategy, operations, goals, and learning plans for large customer verticals, ensuring alignment with advertiser needs and business objectives
• Design, implement, and evaluate experimental and causal analytics frameworks to improve ad performance and advertiser ROI
• Collaborate with Data, Sales, Product, and Product Marketing leadership to refine and enhance Discord’s ad product GTM through data-driven insights with a high bar of scientific rigor
• Build and oversee measurement operations across first- and third-party solutions, ensuring we deploy robust methodologies and create actionable insights
• Partner with Product Data Science to conduct meta-analyses at the vertical, market, and country levels, developing ad efficacy research and playbooks rooted in sound data science principles
• Develop scalable tools and dashboards to deliver actionable insights for sales and advertisers, empowering confident decision-making to improve ROI
• Enhance data fluency and measurement competency across your team, Sales, and other cross-functional partners through training and collaborative people development projects
• Act as a trusted advisor and partner to key advertisers to deepen the relationship between Discord, Advertiser, and Agency

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in a quantitative field such as statistics, economics, computer science, or engineering
• Experience working directly with the largest global advertisers in mobile gaming, real money gaming, and commerce
• Proficiency in machine learning models for forecasting, targeting, or personalization within advertising
• Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms and tools, such as BigQuery or AWS
• Deep understanding of data governance and compliance practices, including responsible use of PII for advertising measurement
• A track record of developing innovative data science solutions to solve complex business problems
• Passion for Discord’s online communities and the products we build to bring joy to them every day

Benefits

• Equity
• Benefits