Manager, Data Science (Marketing)

San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

$202K/yr – $303K/yrManager8+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the applied data science backbone for marketing to unlock revenue impact through scalable pipelines, forecasting, and cross‑functional collaboration.

  • Growth Systems: Build scalable pipelines, reusable modeling frameworks, and robust experimentation platforms for marketing and growth decisions.
  • End-to-end Delivery: Lead requirements through deployment and monitoring of data science and AI projects.
  • Governance to Innovation: Set standards for model governance and data quality while pushing creative AI use cases in audience segmentation and optimization.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Build a strong AI and data science foundation: Develop scalable pipelines, reusable modeling frameworks, and robust experimentation platforms to support marketing and growth decision-making.
  • Lead end-to-end data science & AI projects: From requirements gathering through feature engineering, modeling, validation, deployment, and monitoring.
  • Establish best practices: Champion standards in model governance, reproducibility, data quality, and system reliability to ensure sustainable and trustworthy AI adoption.
  • Drive marketing science innovation: Apply advanced methods—causal inference, uplift modeling, multi-touch attribution, and media mix modeling—to unlock insights and optimize spend.
  • Advance forecasting & ROI modeling: Deliver budget allocation frameworks and predictive models that guide long-term roadmap planning and marketing efficiency.
  • Partner cross-functionally: Work closely with Marketing, Growth, Product, Engineering, and Finance leaders to align analytics initiatives with revenue impact.
  • Invest in people: Mentor, coach, and elevate a team of high-performing data scientists; foster a culture of technical rigor, curiosity, and applied innovation.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in data science roles with direct impact on marketing, growth, or revenue optimization.
  • Master’s or Ph.D. in a quantitative field (Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Physics, Operations Research or related), or equivalent applied experience.
  • Advanced proficiency in Python (NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn) and SQL (window functions, optimization). (Please note, advance python and SQL proficiency will be tested during the interview process for this position.)
  • Deep experience with experimentation frameworks: A/B testing, causal inference, uplift modeling, and attribution models.
  • Proven success in forecasting, optimization, and budget allocation models for marketing and growth functions.
  • Hands-on with data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks) and BI tools (Looker, Tableau, or equivalent).
  • Strong data storytelling and executive presentation abilities.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence executive stakeholders and translate data into actionable business recommendations.
  • Experience developing senior data scientists and elevating team practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to define a strategic vision for applied data science in marketing, balancing rapid experimentation with long-term infrastructure investments.

Preferred

  • Familiarity with experimentation and web/mobile analytics platforms (Optimizely, GrowthBook, Google Analytics, Amplitude).
  • Experience integrating with marketing APIs (Google, Meta, programmatic platforms) for campaign optimization.
  • Prior exposure to generative AI or LLMs in marketing use cases (e.g., personalization, targeting, creative analysis).
  • Knowledge of multi-arm and contextual bandit algorithms for adaptive experimentation and continuous marketing optimization.
  • Familiarity with ML ops practices: version control, model monitoring, scalable ETL frameworks.

Benefits

  • Make an Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive difference in millions of lives every year.
  • Innovative Environment: Work with a diverse, passionate, and talented team in a fast-paced, forward-thinking atmosphere.
  • Collaborative Team: Join a fun and collaborative team that works hard and celebrates success together.
  • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
  • Holistic Support: Enjoy financial assistance for things like hybrid work, family planning, along with generous parental leave, flexible time-off policies, and mental health and wellness resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Growth Opportunities: Participate in learning, development, and recognition programs to help you thrive and grow.
  • Commitment to DEI: Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing initiatives and employee resource groups.
  • Community Engagement: Make a difference through our volunteering program.

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