Entry Level Computer Science Jobs in Santa Monica, CA

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content... you in?
We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got thepowerto achieve our mission to entertain the planet - now all we're missing is... YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter - both for our audiences and our employees - and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.
#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content... you in?
We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet - now all we're missing is... YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter - both for our audiences and our employees - and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.
Role Details:
We are seeking a Data Scientist for this entry-level role. You will work to support the team in building ML-powered analyses and products that shape business strategy, optimize content, inform marketing investment, and enhance the user experience. You will leverage rich datasets such as video and ad consumption, clickstream activity, subscription history, and 2nd/3rd-party data to build user- and session-level causal and predictive models.
This is an onsite role requiring (5) days in office based out of our Burbank, CA or New York City, NY location.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
• A solid foundation in Python and SQL
• Ability to translate business problems into data problems
• Comfort writing production-quality code in a collaborative environment.
• Clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders through concise storytelling and visualizations that translate findings into actionable insights.
• Judgment to balance technical rigor with functional usability and business adoption.
• A willingness to continuously learn new tools and techniques.
Your Day-to-Day:
• Translate complex business questions into clear problem statements, success metrics, and actionable quantitative solutions.
• Use an iterative approach: start with quick, decision-useful analysis, then refine based on feedback and observed impact.
• Implement and maintain reliable ML/analytics pipelines, partnering with engineering as needed to productionize and monitor.
• Contribute to delivering clear, impactful insights to stakeholders.• Collaborate across the Product organization to operationalize data science solutions that inform strategy and optimize the user experience.
• Contribute to data science and product analytics best practices through documentation, code reviews, and knowledge sharing.
Key Projects:
• Leverage 1st / 2nd / 3rd party data to build global models that predict user behavior throughout their subscription journey (e.g., sign-up, churn)
• Build models to identify and measure high-value user actions and drivers of habit formation.
• Develop session-level predictions to uncover user intent at the start of a session.
• Build models to predict content viewership and identify content traits that resonate most with each subscriber.
• Create user segmentations that enable meaningful cohort-based targeting and support near- personalized experiences.
• Perform diagnostic analyses such as evaluation of failed searches to surface opportunities for product improvement.
Qualifications:
You Have:
• 0-2 years of experience in Data Science and ML Engineering.
• MS in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related discipline preferred; or equivalent professional industry experience.
• Experience with supervised and unsupervised learning methodologies.
• Experience with data exploration, transformation, and model development, with exposure to productionizing and monitoring.
• Strong data fluency: selecting the right inputs, engineering business-relevant features, and validating that findings are reliable.
• Familiarity with core statistical/ML methods and model validation fundamentals.
• Concise and influential communication skills for a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation and stakeholder presentations.
• Strong attention to detail with a penchant for data accuracy.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
You might also have:
• Experience using Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, ML Engine, and APIs).
• Experience with integrating AI solutions into existing business processes.
Paramount Streaming, a division within Paramount Global, is the home to the company's direct-to-consumer services spanning free and paid in the form of Pluto TV and Paramount+. Pluto TV is the global leader in free ad-supported TV, delivering more than 1,400 global channels and an extensive library of streaming content, including live and original channels. Paramount+, digital subscription video-on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news, and A Mountain of Entertainment™. Paramount+ features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $99,000.00 - 140,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.
What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
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