Data Scientist IV
MediaAlpha · Los Angeles, CA
$168–222kNew
mid
data scientist
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MediaAlpha is a customer acquisition solutions provider powered by technology and data science. The company provides industry-leading solutions designed to reach consumers shopping within high-consideration categories such as property and casualty insurance, health insurance, life insurance, and more.
Responsibilities:
REVENUE-IMPACT ANALYTICS INDEPENDENTLY MINE MEDIAALPHA EXCHANGE DATA TO SURFACE QUANTIFIED REVENUE- OR MARGIN-GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES, DOCUMENTED IN WRITTEN ANALYSES WITH ESTIMATED FINANCIAL UPSIDE. PRIORITIZE OPPORTUNITIES USING ROI CALCULATIONS AND PRESENT RANKED BACKLOGS FOR REVIEW TO BUSINESS AND ANALYTICS STAKEHOLDERS. END-TO-END OWNERSHIP PROVIDE WEEKLY WRITTEN STATUS UPDATES DETAILING PROGRESS, BLOCKERS, AND NEXT STEPS; PROACTIVELY REQUEST RESOURCES OR ESCALATE RISKS. MAINTAIN EXPERT-LEVEL KNOWLEDGE OF MEDIAALPHA EXCHANGE FUNCTIONALITY, DATABASE SCHEMA, BIDDING LOGIC, AND PLATFORM APIS. BE A FRONTLINE RESOURCE FOR BUSINESS TEAMS TO SCOPE CLIENT SOLUTIONS. SCOPE, DESIGN, BUILD, VALIDATE, DEPLOY AND MAINTAIN DATA-SCIENCE SOLUTIONS (MODELS, DECISION SYSTEMS, DASHBOARDS, ETL PIPELINES)WITHOUT DAY-TODAY SUPERVISORY DIRECTION. DELIVER ALL MILESTONES ON THE COMMITTED TIMELINE IN JIRA; DEADLINES AT RISK OF BEING MISSED MUST BE ACCOUNTED FOR WITH ADVANCE NOTICE, WITH JUSTIFIABLE TRADEOFFS DUE TO OTHER BUSINESS PRIORITIES OR UNEXPECTED ISSUES. TECHNICAL ARCHITECTURE & CODE QUALITY WRITE PRODUCTION-GRADE PYTHON AND SQL THAT PASSES PEER-REVIEW APPROVAL ON FIRST REVIEW AT LEAST 80% OF THE TIME. FREQUENT
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Qualifications:
THIS POSITION REQUIRES A MASTER'S DEGREE (OR FOREIGN EQUIVALENT) IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS, STATISTICS, BUSINESS ANALYTICS OR IN A CLOSELY RELATED FIELD, PLUS 8 YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE IN DATA SCIENCE OR IN A CLOSELY RELATED OCCUPATION.
Requirements:
Three (3) years of experience in building and deploying AI models and AI tools in digital media.
Seven (7) years of hands-on experience developing and deploying machine learning models.
Experience leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with tech, engineering, data scientists, and product
teams.
Experience deploying impactful code in predictive models, data pipelines, algorithms—to production environments
with quantifiable business impact.
Knowledge in applying statistical techniques, specifically, designing tests/experiments and evaluating results to real-
world business problems.
Proficient in Python and SQL.
Proficient in analytical skills and ability to synthesize large and disparate data sets.
Experience in search, display, performance, and digital marketing or closely related.
Proficient in R Shiny, Shiny Server, and Airflow.
Experience in real-time bidding in digital media.
Salary Offered : $168,000 - $222,000 per year
Benefits:
As a valued member of our team, you will also have access to an array of top-notch benefits, including:
Annual bonus program and participation in our Restricted Stock Unit program
100% Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for you, your dependents, and spouse or registered domestic partner
100% Employer paid long term disability, and life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions to help you plan for your future
Open Paid Time Off policy with a birthday day off and 11 holidays
Professional development reimbursement
Cell Phone, Wellness, and Internet expense reimbursement, along with a subscription to the Calm App
100% fully paid parental leave for team members up to 22 weeks for the primary caregiver and 12 weeks for the secondary caregiver
Dog-friendly offices (LA and AZ) along with a $300 pet adoption reimbursement
Qualified applicants should send resume to: kimberly@mediaalpha.com, REF: QT-26
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
MediaAlpha is committed to fostering, cultivating, and maintaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our philosophy and actions are built on the premise that as an employer and citizens of our communities, we can create opportunities for lasting change.
Fair Chance
MediaAlpha will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at peopleops@mediaalpha.com or (213) 316-6256.
Posted 2026-07-20