Super Data Science: ML & AI Podcast with Jon Krohn 947: How to Get Hired at Top Firms like Netflix and Spotify, with Jeff Li
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Dec 9, 2025 
Jeff Li, a senior data scientist with experience at Netflix and Spotify, shares insights into working at top tech firms. He discusses the intricacies of forecasting and the tools used to achieve accurate predictions, like ARIMA and Prophet. Jeff emphasizes the importance of building a unique skill set for job applications and offers tips on landing roles at major companies. He also delves into his startup, yourmove.ai, designed to enhance dating experiences with AI while reflecting on the balance between automation and human input.
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Use Rolling Cross‑Validation
- Evaluate time-series models using rolling evaluation: expanding-window or sliding-window CV.
- Iterate cutoffs to measure how forecasts perform across different historical periods.
Forecasts Serve Different Purposes
- Forecasts split into operational and strategic use cases with different priorities.
- Use accuracy-focused black-box models for operations and interpretable models for strategic decisions.
Win Interviews With Problem Briefs
- Do targeted research and send a concise proposal addressing a company's real pain points to stand out.
- Spend focused time building a specific solution doc and share it with the hiring manager.
