Director of Data Science, Commerce Platform

DoorDash; New York (NY); On-site; USD 255,000 - 375,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

16 weeks of paid parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Wellness benefits

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

DoorDash is searching for a Director of Data Science in New York, NY, to lead a high-impact team shaping product strategy and analytics. This role requires at least 10 years of experience in Data Science and a proven ability to influence business decisions based on analytic insights. The successful candidate will define metrics, lead a team, and guide data-driven decision-making across various product stages. A competitive salary range of $255,000 - $375,000 annually and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Data Science, Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong product and business analytics judgment.
• Expertise in experimentation and causal inference.
• Hands-on technical fluency in SQL and statistical analysis.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Product and Engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team of data science and analytics leaders.
• Own the analytical direction for the portfolio.
• Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Go-to-Market leaders.
• Build operating systems for decision-making.
• Operate with broad scope and autonomy in a startup-like environment.

Skills

Data Science

Analytics

SQL

Statistical Analysis

Product and Business Analytics Judgment

Education

10+ years of experience in Data Science or related field

Job description

DoorDash is searching for a Director of Data Science in New York, NY, to lead a high-impact team shaping product strategy and analytics. This role requires at least 10 years of experience in Data Science and a proven ability to influence business decisions based on analytic insights. The successful candidate will define metrics, lead a team, and guide data-driven decision-making across various product stages. A competitive salary range of $255,000 - $375,000 annually and comprehensive benefits are offered.