Data Scientist - Growth at Perplexity AI

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, InternetIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 6-8+ years of experience as a data scientist with a growth focus, including experience in paid acquisition, product marketing, SEO, social media, lifecycle marketing, product analytics, and conversion optimization. Proficiency in SQL and BI/visualization tools like Omni, Mode, Hex, or Looker is required, along with experience in designing, implementing, and analyzing A/B tests and statistical experiments. Experience with data modeling and pipeline development using tools like dbt or Airflow is also necessary. Preferred qualifications include experience at a high-growth startup, hands-on dbt and data engineering experience, familiarity with Snowflake and modern data stack tools, Python for data analysis, and machine learning experience in growth applications such as LTV prediction, churn modeling, attribution modeling, and recommendation systems.

Responsibilities

The Data Scientist will collaborate with Growth, Marketing, Product, Enterprise, and Partnership teams to provide data-driven insights for growth initiatives. Responsibilities include performing deep-dive analyses on user behavior and retention, leading user research and segmentation, designing and interpreting A/B tests, defining and visualizing key growth metrics, developing data models and pipelines, supporting revenue growth through pricing and subscription analysis, analyzing paid acquisition channels, and conducting analysis on social media and SEO performance.

Skills

Data Analysis
User Behavior Analysis
A/B Testing
User Research
Segmentation Analysis
Growth Strategies
Paid Acquisition
Organic Growth
Retention
Monetization

Perplexity AI

Advanced answer engine providing reliable information

About Perplexity AI

Perplexity AI provides an advanced answer engine that delivers accurate and reliable responses to user queries. The platform uses current sources to ensure the information is both precise and relevant. It caters to a wide audience, including individuals looking for quick answers and businesses needing detailed information. Unlike many competitors, Perplexity AI emphasizes high-quality, source-backed answers, making it a valuable resource for users seeking trustworthy data. The company's goal is to meet the increasing demand for immediate access to reliable information, generating revenue through subscription fees, advertising, and partnerships.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$890MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity

Risks

Pending copyright infringement class action poses legal and financial challenges.
Competition from Google's AI Mode could impact user retention and market share.
Otterly.AI's brand visibility tool may pressure Perplexity to maintain high performance.

Differentiation

Perplexity AI integrates large language models with search engines for precise responses.
The platform offers an open-source environment, enhancing public access to AI tools.
Perplexity's strategic acquisition of Carbon boosts its data connectivity capabilities.

Upsides

Partnership with Tripadvisor enhances travel planning with personalized recommendations.
$500M funding round increases valuation to $9 billion, supporting growth and innovation.
Integration with FactSet attracts financial clients with enhanced data accessibility.

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