Roblox Data Scientist PhD Intern at Roblox collaborates on advanced data analytics, causal inference, experiment design, and machine learning projects. The role involves research and applying findings to product innovations.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to research and develop advanced data analytics, causal inference, experiment design and machine learning solutions to power the business and product innovations.
Conduct in-depth research to address complex data-related challenges.
Work on projects that have a real impact on our products, services, and business strategy.
Apply your work to expedite product innovations, including in-experience experiments, friend recommendations, and dynamic resource allocation for experience servers
Present your findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Qualification
Experience with ML modelingYou may redact ageHourly Pay Range
Required
Possessing or pursuing a PhD degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Applied Math, Computer Science, Economics, or Computational Social Science.
At least 1 year of experience doing causal inference or machine learning or experiment design via research or prior internship.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g.,SQL,Python or R)
Proficiency in big data query/processing languages and tools such as SQL, Hive, Spark, or Airflow.
Passion for applying scientific rigor to advance dynamic consumer products.
Experience in developing production solutions is a plus.
Experience with ML modeling
You may redact age, date of birth, and dates of attendance/graduation from your resume if you prefer.
For roles that are based at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA: The starting base pay for this position is as shown below. The actual base pay is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs and market demand. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual hourly rate could fall outside of this expected range. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Please note that not all benefits shown on this page are applicable to internship opportunities.
Hourly Pay Range
Roles that are based in an office are onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional presence on Monday and Friday (unless otherwise noted).
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