As a Senior Data Scientist on the Marketplace Product team, you will collaborate closely with diverse teams (including product managers, engineers, and fellow data scientists) to advance our understanding of the customer, make predictions to improve our products and experiences, and design and measure experiments. Our ideal candidate will be data-driven, intellectually curious, technically and statistically rigorous, and a clear communicator.
Your Responsibilities Will Include: Bringing strong technical expertise and develop a thorough understanding of our data to drive insights in the areas of customer acquisition, engagement, retention, and loyalty through causal inference and experimentation methods. Contributing to organizational maturity in data storytelling and best-in-class ML and statistical approaches. Designing product experiments to test business hypotheses, apply rigorous statistical analyses, and interpret the results to draw impactful insights, and contribute to the data science roadmap and priorities within your area of ownership.
Advanced degree in a quantitative field, and a minimum of 4 years of industry experience.
4+ years with exploratory data analysis, statistical analysis and testing, experiment design and model development, and knowledge of how to leverage these skills to solve complex business problems.
Expertise in causal inference.
Strong SQL skills
Proficiency in Python.
Experience with a data visualization tool.
Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, team-based environment.
Demonstrated ability to learn and embrace new technologies, applications, and solutions.
Experience as a technical lead and a passion for mentoring.
Pay Range: $137,500 - $170,000
Please note that the salary range above is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.
Skills & EducationThis list includes key skills used in this job but is not inclusive of all skills needed for the role. Please see any required education below.
Data Science, Experimentation, Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), Product AnalyticsBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience | RequiredWork Arrangement
Shipt considers candidates located near a Shipt office or workspace in Birmingham, San Francisco, or Minneapolis to be hybrid, which means that they have the flexibility to work from home (with leader approval) or at a Shipt office in order to facilitate the ability to innovate, collaborate, and spark team connections. In-office expectations will vary by role and leader. Certain roles may require in-office presence on a full-time basis. Please work with your recruiter to learn more about the classification of this role.
About ShiptShipt is a retail tech company that connects people to reliable, high-quality delivery with a personal touch. Shipt connects customers to the things they want from the stores they love, retail businesses to more satisfied customers, and workers to new earning opportunities.
At Shipt, we aim to put our team first to boost a sense of belonging, spark opportunities for growth, provide unique benefits and commit to giving back to our communities in ways that make life better, both personally and professionally. We understand that our service, our culture, and our connection to our communities are only made better by every single person who shows up to work here every day. Learn More.
Shipt is an independently operated, wholly owned subsidiary of Target Corporation and available in more than 5,000 U.S. cities. Shipt was founded and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. For more information, please visit Shipt’s company site at Shipt.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion or religious belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Employees (and eligible family members) are covered by medical, dental, vision and more. Employees may enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also be eligible to receive discretionary vacation for exempt team members, paid holidays throughout the calendar year and paid sick leave. Other compensation includes eligibility for an annual bonus and the potential for restricted stock units based on role.
Skills Required
- Advanced degree in a quantitative field
- Minimum of 4 years of industry experience
- 4+ years with exploratory data analysis and statistical testing
- Expertise in causal inference
- Strong SQL skills
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience with a data visualization tool
- Experience as a technical lead
Shipt Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Corporate employee benefits are described as robust, including multiple medical plan options alongside dental and vision coverage. Company-paid therapy/coaching sessions and telehealth are also included as part of the healthcare offering.
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What We Do
Shipt is a retail tech company that connects people to reliable, high-quality delivery with a personal touch. Through the power of technology, Shipt connects customers to the things they want from the stores they love, workers to new earning opportunities, and retail businesses to more satisfied customers. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Shipt brings people the flexible solutions they need with the above-and-beyond service they expect. Shipt is an independently operated subsidiary of Target Corp. and available in more than 5,000 U.S. cities. For more information, please visit Shipt's Newsroom.
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