[Remote] Senior Product Data Scientist at Wealthsimple

Remote

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$150,000 – $225,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 6–10+ years in product analytics/decision science (or equivalent)
  • Time as the primary DS for a product area with business outcomes to show
  • A portfolio of self-initiated work that changed roadmaps or targets
  • Depth in experimentation & causal inference
  • Executive-caliber communication skills
  • Strong SQL and Python skills
  • dbt familiarity (a plus)

Responsibilities

  • Influence strategy; define north-star/guardrails and the measurement plan for your domain
  • Originate insights; proactively uncover opportunities and risks; size the upside
  • Drive experimentation & causality; design ABs/quasi-experiments
  • Partner with senior leadership to prioritize bets, set targets, and review performance
  • Raise leverage with data products; specify the semantic layer / core marts
  • Tell the story; create crisp, exec-ready narratives and dashboards

Skills

Data Science
Machine Learning
Causal Analysis
Experimentation
Metrics Strategy
Product Strategy
Data Warehousing

Wealthsimple

Digital platform for investing and financial management

About Wealthsimple

Wealthsimple provides a range of financial tools that help individuals manage their money effectively. Their services include automated investing, where users can set up investment accounts that automatically adjust based on market conditions, and commission-free stock trading, allowing users to buy and sell stocks without paying fees. They also offer cryptocurrency investments for those interested in digital currencies and a straightforward tax filing service that is designed to be quick and user-friendly. Wealthsimple stands out from its competitors by focusing on young professionals and tech-savvy individuals, providing a digital platform that is easy to navigate and understand. The company's goal is to simplify financial management, making it accessible to everyone by using technology to create a more personal and approachable experience in finance.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$826.6MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget
Wellness Program
Remote Work Options
Paid Holidays

Risks

Increased competition from zero-commission brokers could erode Wealthsimple's market share.
Invite-only rollout of Wealthsimple Cash may limit user adoption and growth.
Rapid cryptocurrency adoption pressures Wealthsimple to innovate its offerings continuously.

Differentiation

Wealthsimple offers a human-centric approach to finance with user-friendly digital tools.
The company provides a seamless platform for investing, trading, saving, and tax filing.
Wealthsimple targets young, tech-savvy professionals seeking accessible financial management solutions.

Upsides

Wealthsimple's AUA reached $50 billion, indicating strong market presence and growth potential.
The rise of AI-driven advisory services can enhance Wealthsimple's personalized investment offerings.
Fractional shares' popularity aligns with Wealthsimple's target demographic, boosting user acquisition.

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