Senior Data Science Manager

Summary

Join Bitso's Data Science team as a Senior Data Scientist Manager and lead a talented group of data scientists. Guide the team in causal inference, experimentation, survey design, and more, shaping how the company understands user behavior and makes data-informed decisions. This high-impact role requires collaboration with stakeholders and a passion for science and strategy, with a focus on mentoring and innovation. You will lead and mentor a team, collaborate with other teams on experiments, drive the roadmap for experimentation tooling, and translate complex insights into clear recommendations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of data science experience, 2+ years of people management, and proficiency in Python or R. Bitso offers a remote-first work environment, unlimited paid time off, employee stock options, and various other benefits.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in data science roles focused on causal inference and experimentation
• 2+ years of people management experience
• Proficiency in Python or R for econometric modeling and data analysis
• Strong SQL skills for data extraction and cleaning
• Deep knowledge of causal inference methodologies (e.g., DiD, IV, doubly robust methods)
• Experience designing, implementing, and analyzing experiments (RCTs)
• Understanding of behavioral economics concepts and frameworks
• Ability to clearly communicate insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Psychology, Statistics, Finance, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master’s is a plus)
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists focused on experimentation, causal inference, and user behavior
• Collaborate with Growth and Product teams to design and evaluate experiments (RCTs and quasi-experimental approaches)
• Guide the team in research initiatives that deepen our understanding of user behavior and inspire new experimentation opportunities
• Drive the roadmap for experimentation tooling and culture—including the development of a new experimentation platform
• Propose innovative, evidence-based initiatives that deepen user engagement and improve retention
• Translate complex insights into clear recommendations for stakeholders across the company
• Advocate for rigorous, ethical, and user-centric approaches to data science

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fintech or fast-paced tech environments
• Familiarity with Databricks or similar platforms
• Previous work in quantitative market research
• Experience developing data-informed growth strategies
• Passion for crypto and emerging financial technologies
• Experience building or scaling experimentation platforms

Benefits

• Me Time program, including unlimited paid time off
• Remote-first work environment
• Employee Stock Option program
• Zero trading fees through our Bitso Alpha app
• Extended Family Leave Policy: all birthing parents, non-birthing parents and adopting parents are eligible for a 4-months leave
• Premium health, dental and life insurances in Mexico, Gibraltar, Colombia, USA, Brazil and Argentina
• Monthly stipend for gym memberships, relaxation activities, sports equipment, cooking classes, books, entertainment and more