Junior Data Science

Samba TV tracks streaming and broadcast video across the world with our proprietary data and technology. We are on a mission to fundamentally transform the viewing experience for everyone. Our data enables media companies to connect with audiences for new shows and movies, and enables advertisers to engage viewers and measure reach across all their devices. We have an amazing story with a unique perspective on culture formed by a global footprint of data and AI-driven insights
We’re looking for a Junior Data Scientist to support our data operations by handling large-scale datasets, ensuring data quality, and running algorithms to match external data with our proprietary datasets. This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, eager to work with real-world data, and looking to grow into a more analytical position over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect, process, and clean data received from clients to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Assist in developing new algorithms.
• Identify and troubleshoot data inconsistencies or gaps, working with internal teams and clients to resolve issues.
• Support data validation and quality assurance processes to improve the reliability of our datasets.
• Assist in creating reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate findings.
• Collaborate with senior data scientists, engineers, and Product teams to enhance our data pipelines and algorithms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or similar).
• 2 years of experience in data analysis, data processing, or related fields
• Experience with data visualization (e.g., Databricks Tableau, Seaborn) and data cleaning & processing (e.g., Pandas, SQL).
• Strong programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and big data tools (e.g., PySpark) is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a willingness to take ownership of data-related tasks.

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands-on experience working with real-world, large-scale datasets.
• Learn from experienced data scientists and engineers in a collaborative environment.
• Exposure to data engineering, matching algorithms, and cloud technologies.

Samba TV is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We strive to empower connection with one another, reflect the communities we serve, and tackle meaningful projects that make a real impact.
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