Senior Data Scientist Forecasting at Etsy

Company Description
Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. We build, power, and evolve the tools and technologies that connect entrepreneurs with buyers around the world. Etsy, Inc.'s 'house of brands' portfolio has expanded to now include four individually distinct ecommerce brands – Etsy, fashion resale marketplace Depop, musical instrument marketplace Reverb, and Brazil-based handmade goods marketplace Elo7. As an Etsy employee, you’ll tackle unique problems alongside talented coworkers committed to Keeping Commerce Human. We're large enough that you'll focus on meaningful, complex challenges, but small enough that you can make a rewarding impact.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced data scientist to join our Analytics & Strategic Finance team.
As a Senior Data Scientist, you will lead our forecasting work while providing in-depth analyses of business trends that empower our senior leadership to make strong business decisions. Do you find joy in developing statistical models and conducting exploratory analysis? If so this could be the perfect match.
This is a full-time position, reporting to the Director of Marketing Analytics & Strategic Finance. This person will be located (eventually) in Brooklyn. We are considering remote candidates based in the US for this position. Etsy offers three different work modes to meet the variety of needs and preferences of our team: Flex mode for candidates who are comfortable traveling to an office location 2+ times per week, Remote mode, and Office-based mode. Learn more about our flexible work modes and vaccination policy here.
About the Role
In this role you will:
Build company-wide forecasts for sales and other key metricsConduct exploratory analysis to reveal insights about our business and buyer behaviorDevelop statistical models (e.g. linear, logistic, time series) to decompose and predict business trendsCollaborate with Strategic Finance peers to produce monthly and quarterly financial reviews for the Executive Team and Board of DirectorsArm business leaders with the data and insights they need to make informed decisions
Qualifications
About You
Ideally, you’ll bring:
4+ years as a data scientist or data analyst with significant forecasting experienceMastery of SQL and proficiency with either R or Python; experience with Looker or other visualization software is a plusStrong financial and statistical modeling skillsAbility to distill complex insights into compelling narratives for senior executives, both verbally and visuallyA passion for fast-paced problem solving in a dynamic work environmentA desire to continue developing your skill set while sharing new analytical approaches with your peersA trust in and commitment to Etsy’s vision, mission and values
Additional Information
What's Next
If you're interested in joining the team at Etsy, please send a cover
letter and resume telling us why you'd be right for the position. As you've
hopefully seen already, Etsy is a place that values individuality and
variety. We don't want you to be like everyone else -- we want you to be
like you! So write to us and tell us what you're all about.
Our Promise
At Etsy, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes
us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We
encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to
apply. Etsy is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual
orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability,
gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or caregiver status,
veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that
individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to
participate in the job application and interview process, to perform
essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment. While Etsy supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities
may be limited to certain roles and skillsets.
For U.S. roles only:
Many Etsy roles are open to remote candidates, and you'll be able to identify which ones within the location header of each job description. We're open to remote hires from all U.S. states except Hawaii and Alaska. For candidates who will work remotely from Colorado, visit thislink for information related to Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.