Senior Data Scientist (Economist)

DELIVEROO; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is transforming the food delivery industry. As an Economist, you'll leverage your analytical skills to tackle complex questions that drive business growth and enhance user experiences. You'll work within a dynamic data science organization, collaborating with diverse teams to make impactful decisions. With a strong focus on innovation and employee welfare, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly expanding market while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Dental insurance

On-site gym memberships

Free Deliveroo Plus

25 days annual leave

Paid volunteer leave

Maternity/paternity leave

Learning platforms support

Team lunches

Matched pension contributions

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Economics or Econometrics preferred.
• Proficiency with R/Python and familiarity with SQL.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data to inform market entry and rider incentives.
• Evaluate the impact of exclusive restaurant deals.

Skills

R

Python

SQL

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Masters Degree in Economics

PhD in Econometrics

Job description

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The Data & Science Org

At Deliveroo, we have an outstanding data science organisation dedicated to enabling high-quality human and machine decision-making. Our teams work across product, business, and platform areas using analysis, experimentation, causal inference, and machine learning techniques. We leverage data to support better decisions and enhance data literacy throughout Deliveroo.

Data Scientists at Deliveroo report to our data science management team. We foster a vibrant community with guest lectures, study groups, mentorship programmes, a robust technical review process, and numerous learning opportunities. Data Scientists can progress as technical leads or as people managers.

Our data scientists come from diverse backgrounds but share a commitment to excellence. Many are formally trained in data science, others are not. We celebrate diversity and have a dedicated data science diversity committee.

As an Economist at Deliveroo, you will help scale our business and improve experiences for restaurants, riders, and customers. Using experimental or observational data, you will address questions such as:

• Which markets or cities should we enter next?
• How can we incentivise good rider behaviour?
• What is the impact of exclusive deals with restaurants?
• Can the delivery food market support multiple players?
• What are the trade-offs between growth and profitability?
• What is the optimal restaurant selection and variety?
• How do online reviews influence customer choices?
• What is the effect of UI changes on customer behaviour?

Your work will directly impact the company's bottom line.

Requirements:

• Masters Degree or PhD in Economics or Econometrics (preferred)
• Curious and eager to learn new skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Creative and insightful thinking about economic problems
• Attention to detail and critical thinking
• Proficiency with R/Python and familiarity with SQL
• Industry experience post-academics is ideal
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills to translate business needs into economic problems

At Deliveroo, these challenges are vast, and the scope for growth and impact is enormous.

Why Deliveroo

Our mission is to transform shopping and eating by connecting consumers, restaurants, shops, and riders. We aim to make access to food and products more convenient and enjoyable, enabling people to buy what they want, when and where they want.

As a technology-driven company in a rapidly expanding industry, we are a small team making a large impact. We value speed, autonomy, ownership, and innovation.

Workplace & Benefits

We prioritize employee welfare with benefits including healthcare, well-being, parental leave, pensions, and generous leave allowances. Benefits vary by country; please consult your recruiter for details.

Diversity

We believe a diverse workplace reflects the world we live in. We welcome all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. We are committed to equitable hiring processes and providing adjustments for applicants as needed.

A comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes:

Compensation

• Competitive pay based on role and location
• Potential for bonuses, sign-on, or relocation support
• Up to 5% matched pension contributions

Equity

• Share awards for some roles, offering ownership in Deliveroo

Food

• Free Deliveroo Plus (delivery and offers)
• Team lunches from local restaurants

Time Off

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure
• Paid volunteer leave

Health & Wellbeing

• Healthcare coverage, dental insurance, and other benefits
• On-site or discounted gym memberships
• Access to wellbeing apps

Work Life Balance

• Maternity/paternity leave from day one
• Support for remote work and parental culture
• Additional benefits like mortgage advice, travel schemes, and learning platforms