Senior Data Science Manager, Discord

• 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

Desirable

• We’re on the hunt for a visionary Senior Data Science Manager to help lead our Advertising Data Science team. As part of our Data Science & Analytics team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Discord’s innovative advertising ecosystem, empowering advertisers to connect with our global community in meaningful ways
• This role offers the unique opportunity to define your team’s vision, influence company strategies, and pioneer advancements in data-driven advertising. You’ll thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment where you’ll build and scale a high-performing team to drive transformative insights and measurable impact
• Reporting to the Director of Data Science Analytics for Advertising, you will lead initiatives that combine cutting-edge analytics and research with a passion for delivering exceptional advertiser value in the mobile and gaming-centric industries
• If helping make Discord an even better place to hang out with your friends and communities sounds like an exciting challenge - we'd love to chat with you!
• 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