Position title
Spotify Jobs & Careers 2025/2026 Apply Now
Description
Are you passionate about music and data science? Join our dynamic team at Spotify and be a key player in shaping the future of music recommendation algorithms. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will leverage your expertise to enhance our recommendation systems, ensuring that users discover the perfect music tailored to their tastes. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, influencing the way millions of people around the world experience and enjoy music.
Responsibilities
- Algorithm Development: Design, develop, and implement advanced machine learning algorithms to enhance the accuracy and personalization of our music recommendation systems.
- Data Analysis: Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and insights that can inform improvements to recommendation algorithms.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and designers, to integrate data-driven insights into the development and refinement of Spotify's recommendation features.
- Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest advancements in machine learning and recommend innovative approaches to continuously improve recommendation systems.
- Model Evaluation: Evaluate the performance of recommendation models through rigorous testing, experimentation, and iteration.
Qualifications
- Advanced Degree: Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in developing and implementing machine learning algorithms, preferably in the domain of recommendation systems.
- Programming Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Scala, along with experience using relevant libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Data Skills: Strong analytical and data manipulation skills, with experience working with large datasets.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Job Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous vacation and paid time-off policies.
- Stock options and retirement savings plans.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
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Employment Type
Full-time
Industry
Musicians
Job Location
spotify HQ 100001 Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria, Lagos, Lagos, 100001, Nigeria
Working Hours
9
Date posted
April 16, 2025
Valid through
December 10, 2026
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