Data Scientist

Meta Meta · Big Tech · Sunnyvale, CA

Meta is seeking a Data Scientist to contribute to the growth of Meta's infrastructure by collecting, organizing, interpreting, and summarizing statistical data. The role involves applying quantitative analysis and data mining to optimize infrastructure, working cross-functionally to define priorities and roadmaps, and building scalable, statistically rigorous solutions using statistical and machine learning methodologies. The position requires a Master's degree and experience in quantitative analysis, data querying, scripting languages, statistical software, applied statistics, machine learning techniques, ETL, and various quantitative analysis techniques.

What you'd actually do

  1. Collect, organize, interpret, and summarize statistical data in order to contribute to the continued growth of Meta's infrastructure.
  2. Apply experience in quantitative analysis and data mining to improve, optimize, and expand Meta’s infrastructure across a variety of domains with an emphasis on long-term and strategic initiatives.
  3. Work cross-functionally as a strategic partner to define priorities and develop project roadmaps in synergy with partner teams.
  4. Build consensus and earn commitment from partners.
  5. Drive execution through fast iteration.

Skills

Required

  • Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Applied Sciences, or a related field
  • Performing quantitative analysis including data mining on highly complex data sets
  • Data querying language(s) including SQL
  • Scripting language(s) including Python, PHP, or JavaScript
  • Statistical or mathematical software including R, SAS, or Matlab
  • Applied statistics or experimentation, such as A/B testing, in an industry setting
  • Machine learning techniques
  • ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes
  • Quantitative analysis techniques, including clustering, regression, pattern recognition, or descriptive and inferential statistics