160 applicants

Company

Yahoo · 3 days ago

Sr. Research Scientist

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$128K/yr - $267K/yr

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Responsibilities

Keep abreast of current theoretical publications in the fields of sketching, streaming and sublinear algorithms.

Translate published scientific algorithms and pseudo-code into workable prototype code in a suitable language, e.g., Python or Java.

Characterize and understand the error & performance properties of these new algorithms.

Work with the team on developing new algorithms or modifications of existing algorithms that can dramatically improve our ability to generate new business insights.

Opportunistically publish research and development results in suitable scientific and/or engineering conferences/journals.

Work with product owners, engineers, and analysts to understand Yahoo’s product goals and data analysis needs.

Build data expertise and own data quality for allocated areas of ownership.

Qualification

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Stochastic modelingProgramming in PythonProgramming in JavaProgramming in C/C++Publishing scientific papersData analysisGoogle Cloud PlatformBigQuery

Required

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Physics, Math, or a related major.

Math background should preferably include stochastic modeling, linear algebra, discrete math and combinatorics.

Programming experience using Python, Java or C/C++.

Experience in publishing papers in scientific journals as author or co-author.

Strong data mindset with a deep appreciation for analyzing data to identify opportunities to improve our current product offerings.

Excellent communication skills and ability to tell insightful stories using data.

Preferred

Experience with Google Cloud Platform and BigQuery is a plus.

Benefits

Healthcare

401K savings plan

Company holidays

Vacation

Sick time

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Company

Yahoo

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Yahoo is a technology and media company that serves users through its portfolio of digital platforms, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Verizon Media.

Founded in 1994