Job Title: Data Scientist
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Salary: £129,000 per year
Duration: 12 months
Location: UK Remote
Are you ready to shape the future of innovative products that connect billions of people and empower businesses? Join our dynamic team as a Data Scientist! We are seeking a talented individual with a passion for data-driven decision-making and a knack for storytelling through analytics.
About the Role:
As a Data Scientist, you'll have the opportunity to work with one of the richest data sets in the world. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product, Engineering, Marketing, and more, to tackle challenging problems and drive impactful product strategies. Your insights will directly influence the experiences we build for users and businesses alike!
Key Responsibilities:
* Data Exploration: Work with large and complex data sets to uncover insights and solve challenging product problems using diverse analytical and statistical approaches.
* Product Strategy: Collaborate with teams to identify new opportunities and challenges, helping prioritise product development to maximise value for users and businesses.
* Analytical Guidance: Develop and test hypotheses using a wide range of analytical methodologies to inform product decisions and strategies.
* Success Measurement: Define and monitor key product metrics to track success and identify trends that can guide future product enhancements.
* Influence and Communication: Present data-driven stories to stakeholders, providing clear insights and recommendations that build credibility and foster collaboration.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field (or equivalent).
* Sufficient years of experience with data querying languages (e.g., SQL), scripting languages (e.g., Python), and statistical/mathematical software (e.g., R).
* Proven track record of solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches and leading data-driven projects from definition to execution.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master’s or Ph.D. in a quantitative field.
* Experience in user products, tech, or financial industries, with a strong focus on experimentation and product analytics.
What We're Looking For:
* Top Skills:
* - SQL expertise
* - Proficiency in Python or R
* - Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* - Experience with experimentation and product analytics