Job Title: Director Data Science

About the Company:

Founded in 2018, LiftLab is the leading provider of science-driven software to optimize marketing spend and predict revenue for optimal spend levels. Our platform combines economic modeling with specialized media experimentation so brands and agencies across the globe can clearly see the tradeoffs of growth and profitability of their ad platform partners including FB/Instagram, Google, Display, Snapchat, TikTok and Pinterest. They use these signals to make media spend decisions with confidence. LiftLab customers know for each channel, tactic, campaign if the revenue for the last $1 spent covered its cost or not.

LiftLab is built on a foundation of advanced algorithms and sophisticated media experimentation. Some of the most marquee brands already run LiftLab and we’re growing at a rapid pace.

This position is based in our Oakland, CA office. The salary for this position is $195,000. 

The option to telecommute is available. Travel for in person meetings at company headquarters in Oakland, California and New York, New York to attend team meetings and product planning sessions for an average of 5% in a year will be required.

About the Role 

  • Lead a team of 12+ Data Scientists delivering experimentation/MMM models to clients in the LiftLab platform. 

  • Analyze observational and experimental time series data sets and dig into data to prepare insights from the exploratory data analysis. 

  • Build an econometric time series model on observational and experimental data using advanced econometric methods.

  • Interact daily with data science and marketing teams to discuss model outputs.

  • Understand how all experimentation/MMM models conceptually work.

  • Apply the inputs and outputs of the models, identify what sort of factors would impact them both, and make recommendations for modifications. 

  • Construct measurement frameworks that merge descriptive analytics, modeled insights, and causal inference to provide tactical recommendations for media optimization and the strategic orchestration of multiple data sources into a straightforward and unified pathforward. 

  • Contribute to product R&D personally and by supervising team members on R&D tasks.

 

Qualifications

 

  • Master's degree or foreign degree equivalent in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field and three years of experience in data science.

  • Knowledge of the following is also required: 

    • Programming languages like R, Python, or SAS; 

    • and PostgreSQL, SQL, DBMS, MySQL, or AWS tools.

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Flexible time off.

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.

  • The chance to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions in the Martech industry.