Data Scientist (Consumer App)

Russell Tobin; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer technology organization is seeking a Data Scientist specializing in Authentication Services. This remote role involves analyzing authentication methods, performing A/B tests, and using SQL to optimize user experiences across consumer applications. Candidates should have 4-7 years of experience in analytics, strong SQL skills, and a background in consumer tech. You will work on impactful projects used by millions, driving growth through data-driven insights and collaboration with engineering and product management teams.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in data science or analytics.
• Strong SQL skills are non-negotiable.
• Experience with A/B testing and analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiment and A/B test analysis.
• Perform root cause analysis on drop-offs.
• Deliver funnel analysis across user flows.
• Build and maintain dashboards for tracking.
• Own analytics for defined features.

Skills

SQL

A/B testing

Product analytics

Python

R

Communication

Job description

Data Scientist – Authentication & Identity (Consumer Tech)

Contract: 12 months with potential extension

Location: Remote (UK)

Working hours: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

About the Role

• We are hiring a Data Scientist to join a high-impact Authentication Services team within a global consumer technology organization operating at massive scale.
• This role sits at the heart of mobile identity and account access, supporting products used by millions of people worldwide.
• You will work on modernizing authentication and login experiences across multiple consumer applications, helping drive growth through high-quality user experience, experimentation, and data-driven decision making.

This is a collaborative role, working closely with engineers, product managers, and cross-functional partners in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct experiment and A/B test analysis to measure the impact of authentication methods
• Perform root cause analysis on drop-offs and issues within authentication funnels
• Deliver funnel analysis across registration, login, and account recovery flows
• Lead opportunity sizing to identify areas for optimization and expansion
• Build and maintain dashboards and reporting to track performance of authentication levers
• Own analytics for a defined set of features and support delivery against the product roadmap

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong SQL skills (non-negotiable)
• Hands-on experience with A/B testing and experimentation platforms
• Experience analyzing large-scale datasets and complex consumer funnels
• Ability to clearly communicate insights and recommendations to stakeholders
• Proven background in growth or product analytics
• Python or R experience preferred

Experience level: 4–7 years

Background: Consumer tech / consumer apps strongly preferred

What Makes This Role Compelling

• Work across multiple consumer apps within a single ecosystem
• Solve real-world problems at global scale
• High visibility work influencing products used by millions of users
• Opportunity to shape critical identity and authentication experiences