Data Science Manager (AdTech)

TL;DR

Data Science Manager (AdTech): Providing supervision and support for a data science team, managing capacity, and defining team charters for yield optimization with an accent on designing scalable systems and technical roadmaps aligned with business objectives. Focus on discovering insights in exchange data, designing experiments, and overseeing A/B testing while actively contributing hands-on.

Location: Hybrid in Bangalore, India or Berlin, Germany. Distributed teams require presence in one of these locations.

Company

hirify.global has created a more efficient and privacy-focused way to buy and monetize advertising, trusted by top advertisers and publishers globally.

What you will do

• Provide full supervision and support for a team of seven data scientists.
• Manage team capacity, plan hiring initiatives, and define team charters.
• Independently design maintainable and scalable systems for complex projects.
• Plan and execute projects involving multiple interdependencies, ensuring architectural alignment.
• Refine team problem-solving tools, methodologies, and technical processes.
• Partner closely with Product Management and Backend Engineering to align technical roadmaps.
• Stay active in technical implementation (50-70% hands-on) for insights, experiments, and A/B testing.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years (and up to 10 years) of experience in Data Science, with a focus on leadership in technical settings.
• Significant AdTech industry expertise, specifically with programmatic auctions.
• Advanced domain knowledge in AdTech and Machine Learning.
• Expert knowledge of Python and SQL.
• Fluency in statistical analysis, data mining, and experimental design.
• Hands-on experience with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn).
• Proficiency in Big Data tools (PySpark, Google Cloud Vertex AI).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to navigate complex situations.
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in a quantitative field.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical insurance and Apollo Health Check-ups for you and your family.
• INR 4100/month Personalized Benefits Platform for travel, entertainment, food, fitness, and healthcare.
• Office lunches 3 times a week (Zomato), office sweets, snacks, and beverages.
• Annual training budget, internal webinars, and German/English classes.
• 19 paid vacation days + 3 Wellness days, in addition to public holidays.
• Monthly Work & Travel raffle, offering a chance to work from one of our global offices (after 2 years of employment).