Senior Data Scientist - Python/NLP (5-10 yrs)

About the job :

Who We Are :

At 17LIVE, we empower artists through live streaming, connecting users globally through AI-driven recommendations and personalization.

Our team builds machine learning models to enhance user engagement, optimize content discovery, and ensure a safe and immersive experience for millions of users.

We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist who is passionate about solving complex challenges with AI, finding patterns in human behavior, and optimizing user experiences through data-driven innovation.

Who You Are :

- An Architect of Intelligence : You don't just analyze data; you design AI-driven systems that shape user experiences. You thrive on the challenge of building models that adapt, learn, and predict in real-time.

- A Creative Problem-Solver : You see beyond standard algorithms, finding non-obvious insights and new ML approaches to unlock engagement, safety, and personalization at scale.

- A Systems Thinker : You understand that AI isn't just about numbers; it's about people, behavior, and culture. You instinctively connect the dots between data, human psychology, and user experience.

- A Curious Innovator : You love pushing boundaries, and experimenting with new ML techniques, NLP, reinforcement learning, and large-scale data architectures. You're constantly evolving and want to define the next breakthrough.

- An Impact-Driven Leader : You don't just build models for research papers-you deploy them in real-world applications affecting millions of users. You value autonomy, thrive in ambiguity, and love turning complex challenges into elegant solutions.

What You'll Do :

- Analyze user behavior to optimize AI-driven content recommendations and engagement strategies.

- Evaluate and refine ML models for search optimization, push notifications, and AI-generated content.

- Develop user safety models to detect inappropriate content, harassment, and illegal activities.

- Monitor performance metrics like retention, engagement, and revenue, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

- Work with engineers & product teams to translate data insights into actionable business strategies.

What Makes You a Great Fit :

- 5+ years in Data Science / ML, with expertise in Python, SQL, and statistical modeling.

- Experience with recommendation systems, NLP, search optimization, or AI-driven content moderation.

- Strong knowledge of A/B testing, Bayesian methods, and predictive analytics.

- Ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.

Show Us Who You Really Are :

- We're not looking for generic resumes-we want to see the real you.

- Beyond your technical skills, we care about your story, your passion, and what drives you.

Tell us about :

- The most exciting problem you've ever solved with data.

- A time you challenged conventional wisdom with your insights.

- A personal passion project where you creatively applied ML or AI.

- The biggest risk you took in your career that paid off.

- What inspires you outside of work-your hobbies, the causes you care about, your creative side.

- Your favorite quote, book, or philosophy that influences how you approach life and work.

- We believe great minds are shaped by more than just their skills.

- Show us what makes you unique, curious, and human-because that's who we want to work with.

Why Join Us :

- High impact - Your work will directly enhance AI models for millions of users.

- Global collaboration - Work alongside top AI/ML engineers and product teams.

- Innovation-driven - Build AI solutions that redefine the live streaming experience.

- Freedom & flexibility - We prioritize outcomes over hours.

- Like what you read? Apply now and shape the AI-powered future of live streaming!