Full-Time

Data Scientist

L4, Content & Studio, Data Science & Analytics, Streaming

Updated on 3/13/2025

Netflix

Netflix

10,001+ employees

Subscription-based streaming service for entertainment

Compensation Overview

$170k - $720kAnnually

Mid

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
R
SQL
Machine Learning
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Proven track record of researching and leading Experimentation and Causal Inference methods in ambiguous and complex business areas with a focus on technical rigor and robustness
  • High proficiency in standard tech stack (e.g., R, Python, SQL), Experimentation (HTEs, multiple hypotheses correction), and common Causal Inference frameworks (e.g., propensity score matching, double machine learning)
  • 2+ years of relevant experience with Experimentation and Causal Inference applications
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills coupled with strong business acumen
  • Comfortable with ambiguity; able to take ownership, and thrive with minimal oversight and process
  • Netflix culture resonates with you
Responsibilities
  • Act as strategic partner for stakeholders and cross-functional collaborators to identify business opportunities and enhance business strategies with novel data science methods
  • Define and execute on roadmaps for measuring localization member impact and improving localization member experience with Experimentation, Causal Inference, and Machine Learning
  • Partner closely with other business leaders, product managers, and other data scientists to refine and scale Causal Inference model based systems
  • Present your research and insights to all levels of the company
  • Become a regional expert on Globalization Data Science and Engineering, helping educate and connect with regional offices

Netflix provides a streaming service that offers a wide variety of entertainment content, including TV shows, movies, anime, and documentaries. Users can access this content on-demand by paying a monthly subscription fee, which allows them to watch without any advertisements. The service is available on various internet-connected devices, such as smart TVs, game consoles, and mobile devices. Netflix differentiates itself from competitors by continuously updating its content library with new titles each week and offering a specialized children's experience with parental controls to ensure safe viewing. The company's goal is to deliver a seamless and enjoyable viewing experience for a diverse global audience.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Los Gatos, California

Founded

1997

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Localized content investments boost subscriber growth in non-English speaking regions.
  • Partnerships with educational institutions foster innovation and tap into emerging talent.
  • Mobile streaming expansion in developing countries grows Netflix's subscriber base.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video challenges Netflix's market position.
  • Rising content production costs could pressure profit margins if growth lags.
  • Controversial content airing risks damaging Netflix's brand reputation.

What makes Netflix unique

  • Netflix offers a vast array of ad-free content across multiple genres.
  • The platform provides a specialized children's experience with robust parental controls.
  • Netflix invests in interactive content, enhancing viewer engagement and differentiation.

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Benefits

Free lunches

Up to 12 months' maternity and paternity leave

Unlimited vacation days, within reason

Open working hours (at the California office)

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Mobile phone discounts

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

2%
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