Senior Data Scientist
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Why we're hiring:
We are expanding our data science capability to develop a state-of-the-art system for estimating and understanding the size and characteristics of marketing and advertising audiences.
This role offers the opportunity to apply Bayesian statistics, advanced mathematical thinking and production-quality engineering to complex problems with meaningful industry impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Develop and implement Bayesian statistical models and other advanced analytical methods to estimate audience sizes and characteristics.
- Translate complex mathematical and statistical questions into robust, explainable data-driven solutions.
- Build and maintain production-ready Python packages, including unit tests and clear technical documentation.
- Collaborate with data scientists, engineers and other specialists to design, build and refine analytical solutions.
- Work with diverse data formats and help maintain data quality and integrity throughout the analytics pipeline.
- Use cloud computing resources to support scalable data processing and model deployment.
- Contribute to Git repositories, code reviews and sound version-control practices while adapting to evolving priorities.
Who You’ll Be Working With
You’ll join a multidisciplinary team working on challenging statistical, mathematical and conceptual problems. The team values rigorous thinking, open discussion, knowledge sharing and practical solutions.
You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues who bring different technical perspectives and areas of expertise, contributing to an environment where ideas are tested constructively and improved together.
What You’ll Bring
- Advanced knowledge of probability and statistics, including a strong foundation in Bayesian methods, gained through postgraduate study or equivalent professional experience.
- Advanced Python programming skills, including package development, unit testing and working with multiple data formats.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex mathematical, statistical or conceptual problems.
- Experience using Git, repositories and collaborative code-review practices.
- Experience with a cloud computing platform such as AWS, GCP or Azure.
- The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively with colleagues from different disciplines.
- A thoughtful, structured approach to exploring unfamiliar problems and evaluating potential solutions.
Who you are:
You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You're optimistic: We believein the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we'll give you:
Passionate, inspired people - We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
Scale and opportunity - We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work - Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?
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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.