Senior Applied Scientist

October 19

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Thumbtack

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1001 - 5000 employees

👥 B2C

🏪 Marketplace

Description

• A home is the biggest investment most people make, and yet, it doesn’t come with a manual. • We’re building the only app homeowners need to effortlessly manage their homes — knowing what to do, when to do it, and who to hire. • Thumbtack, millions of people care for what matters most, and pros earn billions of dollars through our platform. • As one of the fastest-growing companies in a $600B+ industry — we must be doing something right. • We’re seeking people who continually put our purpose first: advocating for pros and customers, embracing change, and choosing teamwork every day. • At Thumbtack, we're creating a new era of home care. If making an impact and the chance to do good inspires you, join us. • Imagine what we’ll build together. • We're looking for applied scientists with deep expertise in machine learning, optimization, building data products, and/or statistics. • Initiate and drive applied science initiatives to completion, with a focus on the business impact of those projects. • Architect and deploy machine learning systems and algorithms to production.

Requirements

• Expert knowledge of machine learning techniques, particularly as applied to search, ranking, and matching problems • Experience with NLP techniques, including familiarity with modern LLM designs and tools • Ability to effectively read, write, and debug code in programming languages such as Python • Good knowledge of probability and statistics, including experimental design, optimization, and causal inference • Experience with technical mentorship of other applied scientists • Demonstrated ability to create and drive technical and impactful roadmaps for the business, and lead seamless execution • Ability to break down complex problems rigorously and understand the tradeoffs necessary to deliver impactful projects • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to cross functional partners of various technical levels

Benefits

• Virtual-first working model coupled with in-person events • 20 company-wide holidays including a week-long end-of-year company shutdown • Library (optional use collaboration & connection hub) in San Francisco • WiFi reimbursements • Cell phone reimbursements (North America) • Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being