Senior Data Scientist - Product, Marketplace

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Thumbtack

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Description

• A home is the biggest investment most people make, and yet, it doesn’t come with a manual. That’s why 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. With Thumbtack, millions of people care for what matters most, and pros earn billions of dollars through our platform. And as one of the fastest-growing companies in a $600B+ industry — we must be doing something right. • We are driven by a common goal and the deep satisfaction that comes from knowing our work supports local economies, helps small businesses grow, and brings homeowners peace of mind. 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. • About the Data Science Team • The Data Science team empowers Thumbtack to use data to guide business decisions. We collaborate with partners across the company to solve the most analytically challenging problems -- everything from informing how we set prices across almost a thousand local services categories, to evaluating the impact of a new business model on company performance, to identifying early predictors of high-quality customers. We are a tight-knit, intellectually curious team that is committed to improving Thumbtack and improving each other. • About the Role • Data Scientists at Thumbtack are empowered early on to leverage their critical thinking, interpersonal, and technical skills to make a positive impact on the company. Data Scientist embed with product teams to support new product feature launches, study the economics of our massive and dynamic marketplace, and help inform strategy. As a Data Scientist, you’ll be the person responsible for all the analytical needs of an entire team of engineers, designers, and product/marketing managers -- helping empower the team and Thumbtack more broadly to build the best product, as quickly as possible.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in data science, analytics or economics • Experience managing stakeholders with competing priorities in areas such as Product Management, Design, Engineering and Marketing • Experience scoping, analyzing, and communicating results of experiments • Expert in SQL • Strong communication skills and ability to build strong relationships cross-functionally and with leadership • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in a technical area such as: Statistics, Engineering, Analytics, Math, Computer Science, Operations Research, Economics

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