Data Science Manager, Growth

Join the GetYourGuide journey to connect people with unforgettable travel experiences around the world. Millions look to us for unique activities they can trust, and it’s all powered by our commitment to make every single journey extraordinary - including yours. 

Ready to unlock your potential with a community of fellow explorers? Find your next role at our Berlin HQ or one of our local offices around the globe, from New York to Bangkok. Head to getyourguide.careers to take the first step.

The Growth Data Products team builds the Machine Learning (ML) systems that drive customer acquisition and retention at GetYourGuide. We own end-to-end ML products in production, from bidding algorithms that optimize millions in paid search spend to personalized CRM campaigns that engage travelers worldwide. We're also actively exploring how Large Language Models and generative AI can unlock new marketing capabilities. This team is strategic to GYG's growth, directly shaping how we scale customer acquisition and retention globally.

You'll lead a team of Data Scientists and MLOps Engineers building ML products that directly impact revenue and growth. Reporting to the Director of Data Products, your success is measured by your team's impact. This includes:

• Hire exceptional talent, drive performance management, and unlock your team's full potential.
• Partner closely with Product and Engineering stakeholders to manage the roadmap and portfolio allocation to drive impactful projects.
• Find pragmatic solutions to complex technical challenges that span across multiple services and domains of our marketplace.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in the broader business on initiatives.
• Bring external expertise and domain knowledge to complement the team's deep internal context, helping the team evolve their approaches and stay current with emerging technologies.

• Track record in building and managing high-performing Data Science teams
• History of driving measurable ROI in commercial environments, not just shipping models
• Background as a Data Scientist or MLOps engineer with a deep understanding of ML development, deployment, and production systems
• Meaningful experience in the customer acquisition and retention domains through hands-on work or management roles
• Ability to shape technical strategy and make architectural decisions that align with business outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

• Strong perspective on how generative AI and LLMs are transforming the marketing landscape
• Hands-on experience optimizing CRM and paid search channels
• Experience with modern data infrastructure and model deployment practices

• Annual personal growth budget and mentorship programs for continuous learning and development
• Work from anywhere in the world for 40 days per year
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Opportunities to collaborate and socialize with team members through quarterly team events and yearly company-wide events
• Monthly transportation and fitness budget
• Discounts for you, your friends, and family on GetYourGuide activities
• Language reimbursement program
• Health and wellness benefits

And more…

Submit your CV/resume in English using the form below. For tips and insights into our hiring process and culture, check out ‘how we hire’ and ‘life at GetYourGuide’. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at [email protected].

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