Senior Data Scientist

Posted:
9/16/2024, 7:33:12 AM

Location(s):
Alabama, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Data & Analytics

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Impact

As a Senior Data Scientist on the Risk Assessment Data Science team, you will leverage your expertise in advanced data analytics, experimentation, and statistical modeling to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across our business operations.
Working with rich, complex datasets collected from our multi-sided marketplace, you will perform a wide variety of analytical tasks, including crafting complex database queries, conducting ad-hoc research, designing and implementing experiments, and developing advanced statistical models. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams — such as Fraud Detection, Operations, Engineering, and Product Development — to enhance decision-making processes, reduce fraud, and protect our customers, shoppers, and assets. The ideal candidate will be data-driven, intellectually curious, and a clear communicator.
Every day you will analyze large and complex datasets to identify patterns, trends and correlation that indicate potential risks. You will conduct risk assessment by designing, building and implementing experimentation and causal inference studies to identify and assess various types of risk and present insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders through compelling visualizations and reports.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

  • Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.

  • 4+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or advanced analytics.

  • 4+ years experimentation, statistical modeling, hypothesis testing and causal inferences.

  • Proficiency in SQL and a statistical programming language and Python

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

  • Proven track record of managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Work 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 Shipt

Shipt 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.

Please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection if you need any accommodations.

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.

Pay Range:

Metro Areas of Boston, District of Columbia, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and New York City: 

$121,487-$242,974

All other locations:

$101,239-$202,478

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.

Shipt Inc

Website: https://shipt.com/

Headquarter Location: Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Employee Count: 251-500

Year Founded: 2014

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Series B

Industries: Delivery ⋅ E-Commerce ⋅ Grocery ⋅ Same Day Delivery