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Smartly· HQ in Elielinaukio 2G, Helsinki, Finland

Senior Data Scientist

Location: Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland · Category: Data, AI & Analytics · Seniority: Senior · Posted: August 1, 2026 · Verified: Nov 2, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This Senior Data Scientist role on the AI Platform Team builds and deploys scalable ML solutions for ad creative and campaign optimization. The role owns projects end-to-end, from problem framing to production monitoring, working with diverse datasets including image, video, audio, and text. Requires 5+ years in data science, strong Python skills, and experience with cloud infrastructure and MLOps tools.
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Smartly

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Cross-channel advertising software for creative, media and measurement.

Headquarters: Elielinaukio 2G, Helsinki, Finland

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