Data Science Manager, Machine Learning - Lyft Ads
At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.
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Data Science Manager, Machine Learning - Lyft Ads at Lyft in New York City. UpJobz keeps this listing high-signal for applicants targeting serious high-tech roles across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.
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- Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team spanning Applied Science. Data Science, and Machine Learning Engineering for Lyft Media.
- Define and execute the technical vision and roadmap for the team, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and revenue goals across research, modeling, and production ML.
- Design, develop, and deploy algorithms and ML systems that power core advertising capabilities—including ad targeting, audience segmentation, bid optimization, attribution, and yield management.
- Partner with Product, Engineering, and Design to integrate solutions into scalable, production-grade ad serving and measurement systems.
- Establish robust experimentation and causal inference frameworks to measure the impact of algorithmic changes on advertiser outcomes, rider experience, and platform revenue.
- Bridge the gap between research and production—ensuring that applied science innovations translate into reliable, maintainable ML systems at scale.
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- Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
- Mental health benefits
- Family building benefits
- Child care and pet benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future
- In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
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