Spencer Nelson

Spencer Nelson is a Machine Learning Engineer at Reddit, Inc., focusing on Ads Recommendations and Forecasting since October 2022. Prior experience includes roles as a Data Scientist specializing in core recommendation system algorithms at System1 and as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at TechStyle Fashion Group, where responsibilities encompassed personalization, media optimization, forecasting, and anomaly detection. Spencer also has a background as an Analytics Consultant at Deloitte, where algorithm improvements significantly aided client operations, and experience as a Data Analytics Consultant at ION Quality Systems, emphasizing process automation and machine learning application in manufacturing. Spencer began professional training with a Data Analyst internship at Hyundai Motor Company, applying forecasting and regression models. Education includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics from UCLA, completed in June 2017. Proficient in tools such as Python, R, SQL, and AWS, with expertise in methodologies spanning machine learning, statistics, and marketing strategies.