Ibotta is seeking a Decision Scientist, Core Data & Analytics to join our high-performing team and contribute to our mission to Make Every Purchase Rewarding. Our relatively new and fast-growing Core Data & Analytics team provides high-quality, on-time data products and services across all business areas within Ibotta. We do this through our thought leadership, subject matter expertise, evangelism, and governance of business-critical data initiatives.
As a Decision Scientist, you’ll have the challenging and rewarding opportunity to build on the foundation of already established data and analytics products. You’ll be able to drive initiatives forward, being responsible for project completion. In addition, you'll also be able to grow organizational and leadership skills by contributing to team and company best practices while learning from technology leaders who want you to be successful.
Denver, Colorado - if you are in or willing to relocate to the Denver area, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).
Not based in Denver? We will offer a relocation bonus to help make your move to the Mile High City a smooth one.
What you will be doing:
Build and maintain business critical metrics and consumer metrics which provide a view into descriptive, diagnostic, and or predictive analytics; build curated datasets used to power these products when needed
Build solutions to improve our product data quality at scale
Work closely with your Analytics Engineering peers to provide an exhaustive list of requirements to bring new and unique curated datasets to production
Establish strong cross departmental relationships with stakeholders and peers to understand business problems and opportunities for improvements
Understand the Ibotta Data Ecosystem and how various team’s leverage Ibotta’s suite of data to answer domain specific business questions
Identify, validate, document, and UAT event-based data for business use across the organization
Embrace and uphold Ibotta’s Core Values: Integrity, Boldness, Ownership, Teamwork, Transparency & A good idea can come from anywhere
What we are looking for:
3+ years of experience in an analytical function
Bachelor’s degree in Analytics, Statistics, Economics or related field required
Experience and proficiency working with:
Data analysis tools (e.g., Databricks, SQL, Python/R, Spark, Hive, Airflow, Git/GitHub etc.)
BI & other analytics tools (e.g., Looker, GA, etc.)
Data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes
Proficient in applied statistical analysis methods, experimental design, and hypothesis testing
Strong experience collecting, delivering and analyzing large, multi‐dimensional data sets
Excellent communication skills, including development of data summaries, visualizations and other storytelling methods
Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the proven ability to collaborate across functional areas
Additional Details:
This position is located in Denver, CO and includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), Employee Stock Purchase Program, and 401k match. Denver office perks include paid parking, snacks and occasional meals.
Base compensation range: $89,000 - $101,000. Equity is included in overall compensation package. This compensation range is specific to the United States labor market and may be adjusted based on actual experience.
For the security of our employees and the business, all employees are responsible for the secure handling of data in accordance with our security policies, identifying and reporting phishing attempts, as well as reporting security incidents to the proper channels.
Ibotta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ibotta’s employment decisions are made without regard of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Applicants are accepted until the position is filled.
Recruiting Agency Notice
Ibotta does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to any Ibotta employees.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience in an analytical function
- Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Statistics, Economics, or related field
- Proficiency with Databricks, SQL, Python or R, Spark, Hive, Airflow, Git/GitHub
- Experience with BI and analytics tools such as Looker and Google Analytics
- Experience with data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes
- Proficient in applied statistical analysis, experimental design, and hypothesis testing
- Strong experience collecting, delivering, and analyzing large, multi-dimensional data sets
- Excellent communication, data visualization, and storytelling skills
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functional areas
- Authorized to work in the United States full-time
- Located in or willing to relocate to Denver, CO and able to work hybrid three days per week
Ibotta Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is emphasized and considered solid, spanning medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible time off (including unlimited/FTO) and paid parental leave are included alongside a Denver‑based hybrid work setup.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle perks such as an onsite gym, a recurring dinner perk, wellness stipends/reimbursements, and regular team events add tangible day‑to‑day value.
Ibotta Insights
What We Do
Ibotta (NYSE: IBTA) is a leading performance marketing platform allowing brands to deliver digital promotions to over 200 million consumers through a network of publishers called the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN). The IPN allows marketers to influence what people buy, and where and how often they shop – all while paying only when their campaigns directly result in a sale. American shoppers have earned over $1.8 billion through the IPN since 2012. The largest tech IPO in history to come out of Colorado, Ibotta is headquartered in Denver, and is continually listed as a top place to work by The Denver Post and Inc. Magazine.
Why Work With Us
We help people in a very tangible way – we pay them. The more we give back, the more we earn. We don’t have to choose between doing good and doing well. Our company goals keep us on track as we build a highly profitable business that maximizes a positive impact on the world around us.
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Ibotta Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Ibotta empowers our employees to achieve our mission and values from anywhere within the continental U.S. with our flexible hybrid work schedule.

















