Lead Data Scientist at Thrive Market

ABOUT THRIVE MARKET 

Thrive Market was founded in 2014 with a mission to make healthy living easy and affordable for everyone. As an online, membership-based market, we deliver the highest quality healthy and sustainable products at member-only prices, while matching every paid membership with a free one for someone in need. Every day, we leverage innovative technology and member-first thinking to help our over 1,000,000+ members find better products, support better brands, and build a better world in the process. We recently reached a significant milestone by becoming a Certified B Corporation, making us the largest grocer to earn this coveted qualification.

Our Platform team is growing, this time, we are seeking to add a high-impact Lead Data Scientist to our  Data Science team. This role responsible for leading a team of data scientists and overseeing data-driven projects within Thrive Market. You'll have the opportunity to build data science the way you think it's intended for our subscribers needs. 

At Thrive, we've created a transparent, data-centric environment from the beginning and we'll need your help applying algorithms, machine learning, AI, and other tools across our business; working cross-functionally with engineering, marketing, merchandising, and operations. All in efforts of unlocking our full potential!


RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of data scientists, including task assignment, project management, and performance evaluation
Develop and implement advanced analytical models, algorithms, and statistical methods to extract insights and solve complex business problems. This includes data preprocessing, feature engineering, predictive modeling, machine learning, and deep learning techniques
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as business executives, product managers, and engineers, to understand business goals and define data-driven strategies. Identify opportunities where data science can drive business value and provide recommendations to improve products, processes, and customer experiences
Explore and analyze large volumes of structured and unstructured data to identify patterns, trends, and actionable insights 
Present findings to stakeholders using data visualization tools and techniques, making complex concepts understandable to non-technical audiences
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence technologies
Provide guidance and expertise in selecting appropriate tools, frameworks, and programming languages to support data science projects
Foster a collaborative work environment, promoting effective communication and knowledge sharing within the team and across departments
Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, enabling them to make informed decisions based on data insights
Define project objectives, deliverables, and timelines; Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality results
Manage resource allocation and prioritize tasks to meet business objectives
Encourage a culture of learning and innovation within the team
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, and drive the adoption of best practices to enhance the team's capabilities and overall performance
Document methodologies, assumptions, and results of data science projects
Prepare clear and concise reports and presentations summarizing findings, insights, and recommendations for various stakeholders, including senior management
Convey concise and actionable stories through data to different stakeholders of the company
Apply advanced analytical techniques to extract insights from large and complex datasets to drive business decisions and strategies



QUALIFICATIONS: 

M.S. or Ph.D degree in statistics, computer science, operations research, computational physics, engineering, or related field
At least 6+ years of data science experience in eCommerce, SaaS, or other digital based businesses
Strong understanding of online advertising, A/B testing, cohort analysis, conversion optimization, customer segmentation, etc.
Experience with supervised and unsupervised data mining algorithms like deep learning, support vector machines, boosting, LDA, and logistic regression, etc
Proficiency in at least one high level programming language like Python / Java / C++.Experience with large scale data analysis in Spark, Pandas or Hive is a plus 
Experience using data visualization frameworks such as Matplotlib, Domo/Tableau or related programs is a plus
Good critical thinking and problem solving skills
Effective interpersonal and communication skills - we work cohesively and want to bring in folks who seek to drive unity 
Ability to independently lead and execute projects 
Curious, hungry, proactive, results-oriented, data-driven, and thrives in fast-paced, team-oriented environments 



BELONG TO A BETTER COMPANY:

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability)
Competitive salary (DOE) + equity
401k plan
Flexible Paid Time Off
Subsidized ClassPass Membership with access to fitness classes and wellness and beauty experiences
Stocked kitchen in our Thrive Market Home Office with Thrive Market products
Dog-Friendly Office
Yoga, meditation and other weekly events for mindfulness
Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic mental health and well-being platform
Free Thrive Market membership and discount on private label products
Casual atmosphere and great people to work with

We're a community of more than 1 Million + members who are united by a singular belief: It should be easy to find better products, support better brands, make better choices, and build a better world in the process.

Feeling intimidated or hesitant about applying because you don’t meet every requirement?  Studies prove that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs if they do not meet every single qualification. At Thrive Market, we believe in building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture. If you are excited about this role along with our mission and values, we sincerely encourage you to apply anyways! As the great Los Angeles King Wayne Gretzky said, “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” Take the shot! 

Thrive Market is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ employer

At Thrive Market, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative, at all job levels, of the members we serve and the communities we operate in. We’re proud to be an inclusive company and an Equal Opportunity Employer and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. If you’re thinking about joining our team, we expect that you would agree!

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email us at eoe@thrivemarket.com and we’ll be happy to assist you.

Ensure your Thrive Market job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Thrive Market never seeks payment from job applicants. Thrive Market recruiters will only reach out to applicants from an @thrivemarket.com email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.thrivemarket.com.

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JOB INFORMATION:

Compensation Description - The base salary range for this position is $160,000 - $200,000/Per Year. 
Compensation may  vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a  candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and geographic location. 
Total Compensation includes Base Salary, Stock Options, Health & Wellness Benefits, Flexible PTO, and more! 


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