Full-Time

Senior Data Scientist

Updated on 9/3/2026

Smadex

Smadex

201-500 employees

Mobile-first programmatic advertising DSP platform

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Austin, TX, USA

In Person

Possibility of traveling to the Barcelona headquarters after the first year.

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Data & Analytics (1)
Required Skills
Python
Regression
Data Visualization
Data Science
SQL
Machine Learning
A/B Testing
Data Modeling

Get referred to Smadex

See people who can refer or advise you

Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience as a Data Scientist or Product Analyst, preferably in high-growth technology environments or mobile ecosystems.
  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or Economics.
  • Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL.
  • Hands-on experience working with massive, complex datasets and modern cloud data warehouses.
  • Understanding of statistical concepts, hypothesis testing, causal inference, and regression methodologies.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to present complex technical conclusions clearly to C-level executives and non-technical stakeholders.
  • A proven track record of owning projects from ambiguity to measurable business outcomes.
  • Valid work authorization to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Own the analytical loop that influences Product and Machine Learning strategies by identifying untapped opportunities and helping define future products.
  • Design, execute, and evaluate experimentation frameworks, including A/B testing and multivariate testing, to measure the impact of product features and Machine Learning algorithms.
  • Establish and govern key performance frameworks that align cross-functional teams on success metrics.
  • Build reproducible data models, frameworks, and processes that scale decision-making.
  • Design high-impact data visualization assets that enable self-service insights for technical and commercial stakeholders.
  • Act as the strategic data partner for engineering, product, and business teams by translating technical findings into actionable business recommendations.
  • Raise analytical rigor across the organization, mentor junior team members, and establish best practices.
Desired Qualifications
  • A strong background in the ad-tech industry, mobile programmatic advertising, demand-side platforms or supply-side platforms, or user acquisition dynamics.
  • Familiarity with mobile app measurement frameworks, including mobile measurement partners, and concepts such as lifetime value optimization or incrementality.
  • Experience working with global, distributed cross-functional teams.

Smadex is a mobile-first programmatic advertising platform that runs performance, direct response, and brand campaigns across in-app environments, mobile web, and Connected TV. It uses machine learning-assisted bidding to pick the best mix of creatives, audiences, and price in real time, processing over a million bid requests per second. It provides first- and third-party data targeting, fraud protection, brand safety, multi-dimensional reporting, and supports banners, interstitials, and video with integrations to AppsFlyer and Adjust. Offered via self-serve or managed accounts with a minimum budget and a percentage fee, including dCPM options; since 2018 it has been part of Entravision's Headway unit to broaden scale and reach, helping advertisers improve user acquisition, retention, and ROAS while protecting brand safety.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$940K

Headquarters

Barcelona, Spain

Founded

2011

Get referred to Smadex

See people who can refer or advise you

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • March 2026 LatAm expansion opened a new growth market for Smadex.
  • Entravision's ATS revenue rose 123% in Q4 2025 and 204% in Q1 2026.
  • Smadex added Phil Gontier as CRO, bringing Liftoff-scale commercial relationships in 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Entravision disclosed a large Hong Kong ATS customer in 2025, creating concentration risk.
  • TelevisaUnivision agreements expire December 31, 2026, pressuring Entravision financing and Smadex investment.
  • Gaming advertisers dominate ATS; a spending downturn or China restrictions could hit revenue hard.

What makes Smadex unique

  • Smadex blends mobile DSP buying with CTV performance attribution, not generic branding.
  • March 2026 OpenGlass partnership launched CTV Pause Ads for app-install conversion.
  • Entravision says Smadex drives ATS growth with AI bidding and 500 billion daily requests.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Professional Development Budget

Hybrid Work Options

Employee Referral Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

33%

1 year growth

33%

2 year growth

33%
Business of Apps
Mar 24th, 2026
Smadex unveils unique CTV Pause Ads via OpenGlass partnership.

Smadex unveils unique CTV Pause Ads via OpenGlass partnership. Partner Post - Smadex Transparent DSP engineered for growth Posted: March 24, 2026 Smadex, a leading AI-driven growth engine for mobile and CTV, has partnered with OpenGlass to provide mobile app and gaming advertisers with direct, programmatic access to highly sought-after CTV Pause Ad inventory. By leveraging OpenGlass technology, Smadex is transforming the pause screen from a static holding state into a high-impact and high-attention advertising opportunity. For mobile app and gaming developers, this non-intrusive format represents a unique and extended linger time - ideal to test QR code integration, enabling users to seamlessly bridge their engagement from the television screen to conversion on their mobile device. To elevate the user experience, these ads utilise Subtle Motion, such as flickering candlelight, drifting clouds, water ripples, or a call to action to create a premium, atmospheric presence that draws the eye without disruption. "We are solely focused on driving measurable performance for the app economy, and that means finding the most effective ways to combine the high-impact of the big screen with direct conversion on the small screen," said Phil Gontier, CRO at Smadex. "30 second CTV ads limit a viewer's ability to engage with a QR code, whereas a Pause Ad is an ideal creative playground to test QR codes to drive conversion. We are therefore thrilled to partner with OpenGlass, allowing our advertisers to test and scale a unique and powerful format to acquire high-value installs." Because the screen remains stable and the viewer is in control, it serves as a frictionless "performance bridge", allowing users to transition from the television to a mobile app download or re-engagement on their mobile device... "The future of CTV isn't just more ads; it's better, non-interruptive moments," said Jason Higgins, Co-Founder of OpenGlass. "Our Pause Ads have proven incredibly successful at driving direct, attributable revenue. We believe the mobile gaming and app ecosystem is perfectly positioned to capitalise on this format. Partnering with a mobile and CTV performance powerhouse like Smadex allows us to bring this high-attention inventory to the world's top app developers, and we are excited to see the results they will drive." You can find Jason Higgins live on stage at CTV Live! in New York this Thursday, March 26th. For more details on the session and to view the full event agenda, visit the official event page at ctvlivenewyork2026.splashthat.com. CTV Pause Ads are available to Smadex clients immediately. For more information on how to integrate Pause Ads into your next campaign, contact your Smadex account manager or visit Smadex's website.

iGaming Business
Oct 1st, 2025
Beating the Odds: The Latest iGaming Growth Guide promises to help boost player LTV

Smadex, a leading programmatic DSP, has partnered with measurement leader Singular and market intelligence platform MobileAction to release Beating the Odds: The Latest iGaming Growth Guide.

MARKETECH APAC
Jul 9th, 2025
From scale to substance: How Exness cut acquisition costs with deep funnel strategy

With performance marketers under pressure to prove value beyond installs, Exness, a global multi-asset broker, partnered with Smadex to shift its acquisition strategy from scale to substance, targeting quality traders with measurable lifetime value.

Business of Apps
Apr 10th, 2025
Navigate the CTV shift with smarter strategy, sharper targeting and standout creatives

Smadex has released the CTV Guide - an actionable resource designed to help brands and advertisers tap into the full potential of CTV.

Steel Media Ltd
Apr 8th, 2025
The Smadex Connected Tv Guide: A Must-Read For Any Marketer

Stay InformedGet Industry News In Your Inbox…Sign Up Today. The mobile app market is fiercely competitive. Standing out and reaching the right users requires innovative strategies and a keen understanding of where your audience spends their time. Increasingly, that time is being spent in front of their Connected TVs (CTV), unlocking a massive audience reach opportunity. Smadex, AppsFlyer, and Nexxen joined forces to create a comprehensive CTV guide for mobile app marketers, whether they are looking to boost brand awareness or drive user acquisition