Staff Data Scientist, Safety Insights

About the Role

As a central part of the Trust & Safety organization, the Safety Insights team works horizontally across the organization to provide scientific insight for product development, scaled abuse detection and mitigation, threat intelligence, and safety operations. The team thinks big to innovate, unravel hard problems that cut across safety domains, and guide product development to protect users from bad experiences while supporting Reddit's long-term health and growth.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data science, with expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization. They will be able to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and drive decision-making with data-driven insights.

What You Will Do

• Lead the measurement strategy for user safety by defining metrics, frameworks, and dashboards that quantify and monitor safety experiences across Reddit.
• Use data and science-backed methods to inform the strategic direction of Safety product development and to rigorously assess the impact of product launches and policy or enforcement changes.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement safety-related features and tools.
• Develop and maintain large-scale data pipelines and architectures to support safety data analysis.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in data science and machine learning, and apply this knowledge to improve safety outcomes.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders, including product managers, engineers, and executive leaders.
• Identify and prioritize opportunities for innovation, using rigorous analyses to size the potential impact of new initiatives.
• Guide decision-making and shape the strategic direction of Reddit's safety efforts, ensuring that user safety remains a cornerstone of Reddit's growth.

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in data science, with a focus on statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, or SQL.
• Experience working with large-scale data pipelines and architectures.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of online community dynamics and the importance of user safety.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to drive decision-making with data-driven insights.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms such as AWS or GCP.
• Knowledge of machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and version control systems such as Git.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible PTO policy and paid holidays.
• Remote work stipend and home office setup support.
• Professional development opportunities, including conference sponsorships and training programs.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals.

• Develop a strong portfolio that showcases your data science skills and experience, particularly in areas related to user safety and online community dynamics.
• Be prepared to discuss your approach to data-driven decision making and how you've applied it in previous roles.
• Familiarize yourself with Reddit's community guidelines and terms of service to demonstrate your understanding of the platform and its users.
• Practice communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, as this is a key aspect of the role.
• Research Reddit's safety efforts and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to and improve them.
• Consider highlighting any experience you have working with large-scale data pipelines and architectures, as well as your ability to drive innovation and improvement in safety outcomes.