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Zillow Group· HQ in Seattle, Washington

Principal Applied Scientist

Location: Remote-USA · Category: Data, AI & Analytics · Seniority: Principal · Posted: October 23, 2026 · Verified: Oct 23, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This Principal Applied Scientist focuses on user modeling to enhance personalization and recommendation systems. The scientist will develop models to understand user behavior, improve engagement, and drive product decisions.
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Zillow Group

zillow.com

Real estate marketplace monetising housing traffic through agent ads and software.

Headquarters: Seattle, Washington

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