Remote Data Scientist

Description:

• Houzz is seeking a world-class Data Scientist to join their Industry Solutions data science team.
• The team focuses on uncovering critical insights and delivering models to support intelligent business decisions.
• As a Data Scientist, you will directly impact Houzz Revenue by uncovering insights.
• Responsibilities include collaborating with leadership, product, data, and engineering teams to launch strategic data science initiatives.
• You will define key metrics (KPIs) to guide business decision-making across various aspects of the site.
• Efficient management of key business and product metrics is required.
• You will design product experiments, interpret results, and conduct root cause analysis.
• Working with data infrastructure and product engineering teams to define data collection needs is essential.
• Recommendations will be provided to assist in quick product ideation and feature launch decisions.
• You will develop and maintain data products for real-time business insights and production environments.
• Building and maintaining dashboards and reports that provide actionable insights for finance, product, and sales is part of the role.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree with at least 2 years of experience in an analytical role within a high-growth tech company is required.
• Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries using aggregate functions and various joins with Hadoop, Hive, and Presto is necessary.
• Strong programming skills in Python or R are essential.
• You must possess strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills to derive actionable insights from exploratory data analysis.
• Proficiency in using Tableau for data visualization is required.
• Advanced skills in experimental design, testing, and analysis are necessary.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential.
• A passion for analytics and product development is expected.
• You should be self-motivated, independent, and eager to learn.
• A fun and engaging attitude is encouraged.

Benefits:

• The role offers an annual starting salary range of $120,000 - $140,000.
• Competitive benefits that support you and your family are included in the total rewards package.
• You may be eligible for an equity award depending on the role.
• Benefits include flexible paid time off (PTO) and a home internet stipend.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits are provided.
• A maternity/paternity leave program is available.
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is included.
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program is offered.
• 401(k) retirement savings plans (Pre-Tax and Roth) are available.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care are provided.
• A Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution is included.
• The Healthy at Houzz program promotes wellness among employees.