Data Scientist I — Analytics & Forecasting (Boston)

Wayfair; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

2nd.MD access

GeoBlue insurance

Wellbeing support

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Gym discounts

BenefitHub perks

Donation matching

Job summary

Wayfair seeks a data scientist in Boston to build scalable analytics products using SQL, Python, Looker, and Looker Studio. You’ll develop forecasting models and data pipelines to support supply chain decisions, with a focus on performance metrics and actionable insights.

This Boston-based role follows a four-in-office, one-day-remote schedule (Friday). Applicants should have an MS in a quantitative field, strong Python/SQL skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• MS in a quantitative field with a strong academic record.
• Analytical thinker who can structure complex data and modeling problems.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL with a track record of insight leading to action.
• Experience analyzing large data sets and building forecasting or performance models.
• US work authorization without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable analytics products in SQL, Python, and Looker to inform leadership and internal customers.
• Create automated data pipelines and dashboards using Google Cloud Composer.
• Conduct statistical analyses to derive performance insights and forecasts.
• Enhance demand forecasting models for new business strategies.
• Develop segment-level projections and company-wide KPI views.
• Establish scalable data structures for inventory performance metrics.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analysis

Statistics

Problem solving

Communication

Education

MS in Engineering/OR/Math/Economics

Tools

Looker

Looker Studio

Google Cloud Composer

G Suite / Google Workspace

Job description

Wayfair seeks a data scientist in Boston to build scalable analytics products using SQL, Python, Looker, and Looker Studio. You’ll develop forecasting models and data pipelines to support supply chain decisions, with a focus on performance metrics and actionable insights.

This Boston-based role follows a four-in-office, one-day-remote schedule (Friday). Applicants should have an MS in a quantitative field, strong Python/SQL skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.