Senior Data Scientist

Position Overview

• Location Type:
• Job Type: Full Time
• Salary: $150,000 - $165,000 annually

Houzz is seeking a world-class Product Data Scientist to join the Pro Data Science team. This team is dedicated to uncovering critical insights and developing models to drive intelligent business decisions, directly impacting Houzz Pro Software.

What You'll Do

• Drive product development and business direction through data-driven insights.
• Collaborate with leadership, product, data, and engineering teams on strategic data science initiatives for Houzz Pro.
• Define and manage key business and product metrics (KPIs).
• Design product experiments, interpret results, and conduct root cause analysis.
• Own end-to-end project execution with cross-functional teams.
• Define data collection needs with data infrastructure/product engineering teams.
• Provide recommendations for product ideation and feature launches.
• Develop and maintain data products for real-time business insights and production environments.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree with 5+ years of experience in a Data Science role within a high-growth tech company.
  • Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries (e.g., using aggregate functions, all types of joins with Hive or Presto).
  • Strong programming skills in Python or R.
  • Proven track record of making data-driven recommendations with real business impact.
  • Experience with machine learning and statistical modeling, including model evaluation and applications.
  • Proficiency in advanced experimental design, testing, and analysis.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience driving large cross-functional initiatives.
  • Self-motivated, independent, and eager to learn.
• Ideal Qualifications:
  • Experience working with remote teams across different time zones.
  • Experience with SaaS solutions, user engagement, and funnel conversion.
  • Ability to learn and act quickly, making decisions and drawing conclusions in ambiguous situations.

Compensation, Benefits and Perks

• Salary Range: $150,000 - $165,000 annually.
• Total Rewards: Eligible for competitive benefits and potential equity awards.
• Benefits & Perks:
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Home internet stipend
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Maternity/paternity leave program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development Reimbursement Program
  • 401(k) retirement savings plans (Pre-Tax and Roth)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Medical & Dependent Care
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
  • Healthy at Houzz program

Company Information

Houzz is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all applicants regardless of sex, race, color, gender, national origin, height or weight, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We believe diverse backgrounds and points of view enhance our ability to provide the best experience for our community and foster an inclusive environment.