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Lyft • Toronto, Canada
Lyft is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join their Rider team, focusing on leveraging data to shape business decisions and enhance the rider app. You'll work with SQL, Python, and R to analyze data and design experiments.
You have 5+ years of experience in data science, with a strong background in statistical analysis and machine learning. You are proficient in SQL and have experience with programming languages such as Python or R, enabling you to manipulate and analyze large datasets effectively. You possess a quantitative mindset and are skilled at translating complex data insights into actionable business strategies. Your collaborative nature allows you to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and designers, to drive data-informed decisions. You are comfortable designing and analyzing online experiments, and you can communicate results clearly to stakeholders at all levels. You thrive in environments where you can identify opportunities for growth and efficiency through data-driven insights.
Experience in the ridesharing or transportation industry is a plus, as is familiarity with A/B testing methodologies and data visualization tools. You are eager to stay updated with the latest trends in data science and are open to learning new technologies that can enhance your analytical capabilities.
As a Senior Data Scientist at Lyft, you will leverage data and analytical frameworks to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency within the Rider team. You will partner with product managers, engineers, marketers, and designers to translate data insights into decisions and actions that enhance the rider experience. Your responsibilities will include designing and analyzing online experiments to measure the impact of new features and initiatives, as well as communicating results to inform launch decisions. You will be instrumental in shaping critical business decisions by providing data-driven recommendations and technical solutions. Your role will also involve developing analytical models that support various aspects of the rider app, ensuring that customer needs are prioritized in all decision-making processes.
Lyft fosters a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive. You will be part of a dynamic team that embraces innovation and collaboration. The company values diversity and encourages you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Lyft offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization. You will have the chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of transportation, making a difference in the lives of riders and drivers alike.
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