Lead Data Scientist

DoorDash; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 219,600 - 323,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness benefits

Job summary

A leading food delivery service in San Francisco seeks a Lead Data Scientist to guide analytical decision-making and strategy. This position requires at least 8 years of experience in data science and product analytics, a strong leadership background, and an ability to effectively communicate complex concepts. The role includes leading a team, defining success metrics, and presenting insights to senior leadership. Competitive salary ranging from $219,600 to $323,000 USD, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Data Science and Product Analytics.
• Strong technical skills applied in business contexts.
• Hands-on experience with experimentation and data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team investigating complex business issues.
• Influence operations and product roadmap with actionable recommendations.
• Interface with senior leadership to present findings.
• Define success metrics and implement best practices in measurement strategy.
• Develop a strategic learning roadmap based on data observations.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Experimentation

Data pipeline management

Education

Degree in Math, Physics, Statistics, Economics, or Computer Science

Job description

Lead Data Scientist at DoorDash

About The Team

The Analytics team is looking for Data Scientists to guide measurement, strategy, and tactical decision‑making using Advanced Analytics approaches, as we expand our platform across the globe. Data Scientists at DoorDash work to uncover insights and turn them into actionable recommendations, helping drive decisions for the entire organisation. Analytics is very integral to all operational areas at DoorDash.

About The Role

Data Science at DoorDash involves diving deeper into our data to solve crucial business problems, ideate & run experiments to solve for insights gleaned from this deep dive and work with a cross‑functional team to drive real‑world operational change. This is a rare operational and actionable data‑driven experience.

We solve many exciting challenges from all three sides of our marketplace including customer acquisition, balancing supply and demand, fraud and support, marketing, marketplace efficiency, and more. If you enjoy finding patterns amidst chaos, are excited to build a market from 0 to 1, and have experience using analytics to affect revenue, growth, operations or beyond, we’re looking for someone like you!

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Data Scientists in investigating complex issues 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.

Qualifications

• A degree in Math, Physics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a similar domain.
• 8+ 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 appropriate in the business context.
• Deep understanding of, and hands‑on experience with 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.
• Must be comfortable regularly exercising discretion and independent judgment in performing job duties, including evaluating options, making informed decisions, and determining appropriate courses of action within the scope of assigned responsibilities.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary is localized according to your work location. The starting pay range for this position in the United States is $219,600 - $323,000 USD, with additional equity grant opportunities. DoorDash offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off and paid sick leave, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family‑forming assistance, and a mental health program.

Employers’ Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond protection based on “protected categories,” we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at DoorDash. We value a diverse workforce – people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non‑conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently‑abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non‑discrimination.

Accommodations

If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.