Data Scientist, Experimentation

Summary

Join Stitch Fix's Experimentation team as a Data Scientist and Experimentation Expert, collaborating with data scientists and engineers to advance the experimentation process and platform. You will shape experimentation best practices, influence roadmaps for high-traffic platforms, and contribute to a culture of technical collaboration. This high-visibility role involves driving impactful projects from day one and working closely with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses 3-5+ years of experience in data science with a focus on experimentation and causal inference, an advanced degree in a quantitative field, and proficiency in Python and SQL. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and equity.

Requirements

• Have 3-5+ years of experience in data science, with a focus on experimentation and causal inference
• Have an advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related discipline
• Be proficient in Python and SQL
• Have a strong understanding of experimental design, A/B testing, and statistical analysis techniques
• Have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Have exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to a diverse audience
• Have experience working autonomously and taking ownership of projects
• Possess a rigorous focus on simple solutions that yield business impact
• Possess the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical business partners alike, and who are interested in building strong cross-functional relationships
• Have a desire to question the status quo and promote innovative solutions to challenging problems

Responsibilities

• Shape experimentation best practices and frameworks at Stitch Fix
• Influence roadmaps for and own highly visible, high-traffic platforms
• Contribute to a culture of technical collaboration and scalable, resilient systems
• Influence the team’s investment in impactful directions
• Work with bright and kind colleagues who are passionate about their craft

Preferred Qualifications

• Have experience working in the e-commerce or retail industry
• Have knowledge of machine learning techniques and their applications in experimentation
• Have knowledge of Golang and full stack development experience is a plus
• Have experience using a production experimentation platform
• Be familiar with big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive compensation packages and inclusive health and wellness benefits
• This role will receive a competitive salary, benefits, and equity
• This position is eligible for new hire and ongoing grants of restricted stock units depending on employee and company performance
• In addition, the position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and other benefits