Experienced Data Scientist - Analytics & Insights for blithequark's Rapidly Evolving Ecosystem

Unlock Your Potential as a Data Scientist at blithequark

At blithequark, we're revolutionizing the way people live, work, and interact with their local economies. As a leader in the tech and logistics industry, we're on a mission to empower communities and connect people with opportunities. Our Analytics team is at the heart of this endeavor, driving data-driven decision-making across the organization. We're seeking a skilled and experienced Data Scientist to join our team and help us uncover insights that inform our strategy and drive growth.

About the Team

Our Analytics group is a dynamic and diverse team of professionals who are passionate about using data to tell a story. We're looking for talented Data Scientists and Senior Data Scientists to join our team across various analytics groups, including Consumer & Growth, Business Operations, Dasher & Logistics, Customer Experience & Integrity, Merchant, Ads & Sales, New Verticals, and International Data Science. As a Data Scientist at blithequark, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of exciting challenges, from customer acquisition and fraud detection to marketing and balancing delivery and demand.

About the Role

As a Data Scientist at blithequark, you'll be responsible for using your quantitative expertise to mentor junior analysts and dive into complex datasets to inform manual decision-making. You'll work closely with business and product leaders to identify key metrics, develop executive-facing dashboards, and provide insights that drive revenue, growth, and operational efficiency. Your role will involve:

• Using quantitative analysis and data visualization to uncover insights and drive business decisions
• Building full-cycle analytics experiments, reports, and dashboards using SQL, R, Python, or other scripting and statistical tools
• Mentoring junior analysts on advanced techniques and problem-solving strategies
• Developing recommendations and using statistical methods and hypothesis testing to validate findings
• Providing insights to help business and product leaders understand market dynamics, customer behaviors, and long-term trends
• Identifying and measuring key levers to drive vital metrics and making recommendations
• Collaborating with engineering to implement, document, validate, and monitor logging

Essential Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• A degree in Math, Physics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in data analytics, consulting, or a related role
• Experience working with funnel optimization, user segmentation, cohort analyses, time series analyses, regression models, etc.
• Expertise in SQL queries, ETL, A/B Testing, and statistical analysis (e.g., hypothesis testing, experimentation, regressions) with statistical packages, such as Matlab, R, SAS, or Python
• Proficiency in one or more analytics & visualization tools (e.g., Chartio, Looker, Tableau)
• The ability to take ambiguous problems and solve them in a structured, hypothesis-driven, data-supported way

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, the following skills and experience will make you a more competitive candidate:

• Experience working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving industry
• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and techniques
• Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms and tools
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

What You'll Love About Working at blithequark

At blithequark, we're committed to creating a work environment that's inclusive, innovative, and rewarding. Here are just a few reasons why you'll love working with us:

• Leadership Opportunities: We're not just looking for managers; we're looking for leaders who can drive impact and inspire others.
• Doers Mentality: We believe in taking action and driving results. If you're a self-starter who gets things done, you'll thrive here.
• Continuous Learning: We're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills. You'll have access to training, mentorship, and opportunities to learn from others.
• Customer Obsession: We're passionate about delivering exceptional experiences for our customers, merchants, and dashers. If you're customer-obsessed, you'll fit right in.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer top-notch healthcare, well-being cost reimbursement, paid parental leave, and more.

Compensation & Perks

We're offering a competitive hourly rate of $30-40/hour for this role, depending on experience. In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, you'll enjoy:

• Flexible Work Arrangements: We're a remote-friendly company, and we offer flexible work arrangements to help you balance work and life.
• Opportunities for Growth: We're growing rapidly, and we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers.
• Innovative Culture: We're a company that's always pushing the boundaries of what's possible. If you're excited about innovation and disruption, you'll love working here.

Join Our Team

If you're a motivated and talented Data Scientist looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. At blithequark, we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that's welcoming to everyone. Apply now to join our team and help us drive growth, innovation, and impact in the tech and logistics industry.

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