Thumbtack

Applied Scientist, Customer Growth

Ontario, Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & ServicesIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Not specified
  • Salary: Not specified

Thumbtack helps millions of people confidently care for their homes. Thumbtack is the one app you need to take care of and improve your home — from personalized guidance to AI tools and a best-in-class hiring experience. Every day in every county of the U.S., people turn to Thumbtack to complete urgent repairs, seasonal maintenance and bigger improvements. We help homeowners know which projects to do, when to do them and who to hire from our growing community of 300,000 local service businesses. If making an impact inspires you, join us. Imagine what we’ll build together.

About the Applied Science Team: The Customer Growth Applied Science team is responsible for delivering profitable growth to Thumbtack by developing and deploying state-of-the-art AI/ML models in growth marketing and demand partnerships.

The Challenge: At the core of our work lies vast amounts of user data. We focus on delivering scalable experiences for a diverse, often unknown, user base by developing in-app features for onboarding, engagement, and reactivation, with constant experimentation. Beyond traditional growth challenges like customer lifetime value, media strategy, and personalized user experiences, we are pioneering the use of generative AI models and agentic tools to empower marketers.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate and drive applied science initiatives to completion, with a focus on the business impact.
  • Architect and deploy machine learning systems to production.
  • Design and execute experiments, collect and analyze data to characterize our product and marketing.
  • Analyze a wide variety of data: structured and unstructured, observational and experimental.
  • Collaborate with engineering, marketing, and economists to use sound statistical practices.
  • Maintain the right balance between speed of execution and scientific rigor when designing solutions.
  • Technical mentorship of other applied scientists.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience developing production-grade machine learning models.
  • Ability to effectively read, write, and debug code in programming languages such as Python.
  • Good knowledge of probability and statistics, including experimental design, optimization, and causal inference.
  • Experience with technical mentorship of other applied scientists.
  • Demonstrated ability to create and drive technical and impactful roadmaps for the business, and lead seamless execution.
  • Ability to break down complex problems rigorously and understand the tradeoffs necessary to deliver impactful projects.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to cross-functional partners of various technical levels.

Company Information

Thumbtack embraces diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, state, or local law. We also will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law.

Thumbtack is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability during any part of the application process, please contact: recruitingops@thumbtack.com.

If you are a California resident, please review information regarding your rights under California privacy laws contained in Thumbtack’s Privacy policy available at https://www.thumbtack.com/privacy/.

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Skills

Machine Learning
AI/ML Models
Data Analysis
Experiment Design
Statistical Practices
Data Engineering
Product Analytics
Generative AI
Demand Modeling
Growth Marketing

Thumbtack

Online marketplace connecting consumers with local professionals

About Thumbtack

Thumbtack connects consumers with local professionals for various services through its online marketplace. Users can find professionals like plumbers, electricians, and landscapers by searching the platform, comparing prices, reading reviews, and booking services directly. The platform offers cost estimates based on numerous bids from professionals, helping consumers understand potential service costs. Thumbtack generates revenue by charging professionals for leads, which are inquiries made by customers through the site. This model allows Thumbtack to serve a wide range of customers across the U.S., making it easier for them to find and hire local service providers.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$680.3MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Paid Holidays
Phone/Internet Stipend
Mental Health Support

Risks

Increased competition from OfferUp could dilute Thumbtack's market share.
Dependency on RentRedi partnership may risk customer acquisition dynamics.
Reliance on external funding could be risky if market conditions change.

Differentiation

Thumbtack connects users with 300,000 local service businesses across the U.S.
The platform offers personalized guidance and cost estimates for various home services.
Thumbtack charges professionals for leads, ensuring a straightforward revenue model.

Upsides

Partnership with OfferUp expands market reach and customer base.
$75 million financing boosts technology investment and service expansion.
Experienced leaders enhance legal and user research capabilities, improving trust and experience.

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