Experienced Full Stack Manager, Data Science, Analytics - Digital Ordering
About the Opportunity
Are you a seasoned data science professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for driving business growth through data-driven insights? We're seeking an experienced Manager, Data Science, Analytics - Digital Ordering to join our team at DoorDash. As a key member of our Digital Ordering team, you'll be responsible for leading a team of data scientists in building effective digital channels and surfaces to engage restaurant customers and facilitate an easy and delightful ordering experience.
About the Team
DoorDash is a technology and logistics company that's revolutionizing the way people order food and other goods. Our mission is to empower local economies, and we're committed to making a positive impact on our communities. Our Digital Ordering team is responsible for building products that help restaurants maximize the value of their first-party customers outside of the DoorDash app, via digital channels like websites, native apps, and CRM.
About the Role
As the Manager, Data Science, Analytics - Digital Ordering, you'll be responsible for leading a team of data scientists in building software products and uncovering key drivers of our business. You'll work closely with product and engineering teams to build new products, and with strategy and operations teams to bring these to market and validate ROI for restaurants. You'll also oversee our metrics and analytics strategy to understand how to bring together a set of independent digital products into a cohesive digital suite that will help restaurants grow and accelerate their sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of Data Scientists in building software products and uncovering key drivers of our business, along with your own contributions as an Individual Contributor
- Influence the Product and Operations roadmap by making actionable recommendations based on data
- Interface frequently with senior leadership to showcase your team's work and tackle complex business problems
- Drive measurement strategy for the area under scope, defining success metrics and implementing best practices around experiment design and statistical analysis
- Develop a strategic learning roadmap based on data observations, strategic questions, and hypotheses
Essential Qualifications
We're looking for a seasoned data science professional with a strong track record of delivering impactful analyses. Here are the essential qualifications we're looking for:
- 2+ years of experience managing a team of data scientists in a formal or informal capacity
- 6+ years of experience in Data Science and Product Analytics, primarily in related industries
- Strength in leading through your technical chops, and ability to leverage it appropriately in the business context
- Deep understanding of, and hands-on experience with A/B experimentation
- Experience with data pipelines
- Excellent communication and cross-functional working skills, including the ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences and influence strategic decisions