Senior Data Scientist

About the Role

We’re seeking a high-caliber Senior Data Scientist to lead data science initiatives on the Document, Accounting, Takeoffs and Pro Commerce tracks, which are mission-critical aspects of a pro’s project lifecycle. Our mission is to be the thought partners of the Houzz Pro software product team by providing data driven insights to guide product development and business direction. You will work closely with PMs, Engineering, Design and sometimes senior leaders in this role.
What You’ll Do

Be the thought partner of the PMs leading the document, accounting, takeoffs and pro commerce tracks to define key metrics, measure and derive insights on how professionals use these features and drive conversations to shape growth oriented product strategies and optimize product roadmap

Lead complex data science initiatives, including sophisticated analyses, independently own the design, running, and analysis A/B tests and other causal inference methods, apply machine learning methods where appropriate and drive adoption of recommendations across teams so we can deliver the best end-to-end document journey, accounting experience, etc.

Dig into large, complex datasets to uncover what drives value for professionals, and translate your findings into clear narratives and dashboards for stakeholders at every level

Work with data engineering to improve data pipelines, instrumentation, and data quality so the team can move fast with confidence

Use AI tools to speed up your own work, from exploratory analysis and code generation to automating recurring reporting, as well as innovative DS projects to uncover new opportunities

Work effectively in areas of significant ambiguity, framing hypotheses, defining success metrics, and leading the implementation of solutions to complex, open-ended problems with minimum guidance, and effectively communicate results to the entire organization including senior leaders

Provide technical guidance to junior team members and foster a culture of continuous learning

At a Minimum, We’d Like You to Have

A B.A./B.S. degree in technical/quantitative disciplines or equivalent practical experience

5+ years experience with analytics, preferably with a SaaS business

Strong proficiency in SQL and Python

A solid foundation in statistics and experimentation, including A/B test design, causal inference, and knowing when a result is truly meaningful

An ability to work independently, run their own projects, host stakeholder meetings, manage expectations of senior leaders and do what is needed to complete the projects with minimal supervision

Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills at senior leadership levels

Practical experience working with LLMs, such as calling model APIs, writing and iterating on prompts, or fine-tuning models for specific tasks

Excellent time management and prioritization skills to operate with high autonomy

A product mindset and genuine curiosity about how small businesses and home professionals work

Experience using Tableau

Ideally, You'll Also Have

Advanced degree in a technical field such as Statistics, Operations Research or Engineering

Baseline understanding of US business accounting workflows or ERP integrations like QuickBooks; familiar with the home construction, remodeling, or trade business operations such as the concepts of estimating, invoicing, etc.

Familiarity with evaluating generative AI systems, including approaches for measuring output quality, detecting hallucinations, and using LLMs as evaluators

Houzz is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. When applying for a role at Houzz, we guarantee your application will be considered regardless of your sex; race; color; gender; national origin; height or weight; ancestry; physical or mental disability; medical condition; genetic information; marital status; registered domestic partner status; age; sexual orientation; military and veteran status; or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.
We embrace and celebrate the value that diversity brings to an organization. Diverse backgrounds and different points of view help Houzz provide the best experience for our community. Houzz is committed to fostering an inclusive environment through projects and initiatives, such as employee resource groups, that support Houzzers’ efforts to be themselves and share their lives at work.
If you would like assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@houzz.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.
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About HouzzWhen founders Adi and Alon remodeled their home, they were frustrated by the lack of resources and inspiration to help them articulate a vision and select the right pro to make it a reality. 
So they built Houzz. 
Houzz is now the leading platform for home remodeling and design, providing an all-in-one software solution for industry professionals and tools for homeowners to update their homes from start to finish. Using Houzz, people can find ideas and inspiration, hire professionals, and shop for products. Houzz Pro (houzz.com/pro) provides home industry professionals with a business management and marketing SaaS solution that helps them to win projects, collaborate with clients and teams, and run their business efficiently and profitably. 
Our Mission and Core ValuesWe're proud to say there's no one quite like us. Houzz is a community-centric, innovative tech company that continues to disrupt the home renovation and design industry. Our mission-driven culture is rooted in our core values, and we’re all here for one purpose: make the home remodeling and design process more fun and productive for everyone. 
Our MissionTo create the best experience for home renovation and design.
Our Core ValuesWe’re a CommunityWe put our community of Houzzers, industry professionals and homeowners first. We approach our work with care, humility and respect. We deliver value to our community through our products and services.
We Build the FutureWe are visionaries who challenge the status quo. We are creative, innovative and curious. We embrace change and different ideas to drive our industry forward. 
We Make Things HappenWe are solution-seekers and self-starters. We listen, move fast and empower our teams to deliver extraordinary results and products. We play to win.
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