Senior Data Scientist, Marketplace Economics & Growth

Roblox Corporation; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 264,000 - 323,000; Full time

Job summary

Roblox Corporation in San Mateo, CA seeks a senior Data Scientist/Economist to design economic systems for creators and curators, and to architect pricing and supply‑response models on a large-scale platform.

The role requires deep econometrics and causal inference expertise, with strong Python, R, and SQL skills, plus experience turning data into strategic recommendations for product and engineering leaders. Equity and growth opportunities accompany base compensation.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of industry or research experience in Data Science or Economics, on large-scale platforms.
• Expertise in econometrics, causal inference (observational and experimental), and modern data stack tools (Python, R, SQL).

Responsibilities

• Design economic systems: incentives for creators and curators, revenue-sharing models.
• Master pricing and supply response: evaluate price elasticity and marketplace clearing rates.
• Lead UGC category launches: set foundational economics and incentive structures.
• Apply deep causal inference: isolate impact of interventions on creator success and platform economics.
• Drive strategy with product and engineering: provide measurement and insights to accelerate innovation.

Skills

Data Science

Economics

Causal Inference

Python

R

SQL

Education

Master’s or PhD in Economics

Job description

Roblox Corporation in San Mateo, CA seeks a senior Data Scientist/Economist to design economic systems for creators and curators, and to architect pricing and supply‑response models on a large-scale platform.

The role requires deep econometrics and causal inference expertise, with strong Python, R, and SQL skills, plus experience turning data into strategic recommendations for product and engineering leaders. Equity and growth opportunities accompany base compensation.