Data Scientist, Decisions - Rider Segments at Lyft, Inc.

San Francisco, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Dec, 25

Salary

160000.0

Posted On

24 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Python, SQL, Data Visualization, Experiment Design, Problem Solving, Statistical Analysis, Technical Solutions, Business Performance Monitoring, Metrics Establishment, Rider Experience, Data Insights, Growth Opportunities

Industry

Ground Passenger Transportation

Description

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive. Data Science is at the heart of Lyft’s products and decision-making. As a member of the Rider team, you will work in a dynamic environment, where we embrace moving quickly to build the world’s best transportation. Data Scientists take on a variety of problems ranging from shaping critical business decisions to building algorithms that power our internal and external products. We’re looking for passionate, driven Data Scientists to take on some of the most interesting and impactful problems in ridesharing. As a Data Scientist in the Rider team, you will leverage data and rigorous, analytical thinking to shape our rider app and make business decisions that put our customers first. You will identify and scope opportunities, shape priorities, recommend technical solutions, design experiments, and measure impact. You will bring a quantitative mindset to decision-making in partnership with product, design, engineering, business, and operations stakeholders throughout the organization. You will report to a Data Science Manager in the Rider & Safety Science team. Responsibilities: Leverage data and analytic frameworks to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency. Partner with product managers, engineers, marketers, designers, and operators to translate data insights into decisions and action. Design and analyze online experiments; communicate results and act on launch decisions. Develop analytical frameworks to monitor business and product performance. Establish metrics that measure the health of our products, as well as rider and driver experience. Experience: M.S. or Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, or other quantitative fields 1-2+ years of professional experience for PhDs or 2-4+ years for Master’s in a data scientist role Passion for solving unstructured and non-standard mathematical problems End-to-end experience with data, including querying, aggregation, analysis, and visualization Proficiency with Python, or another interpreted programming language like R or Matlab Familiar with SQL - able to write structured and efficient queries on large data sets Ability to collaborate and communicate with others to solve a problem Strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to strategically collaborate with cross-functional partners Benefits: Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled Mental health benefits Family building benefits Child care and pet benefits 401(k) plan to help save for your future In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible Subsidized commuter benefits Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid The expected base pay range for this position in the San Francisco area is $128,000 - $160,000. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process. Total compensation is dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

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Responsibilities

Leverage data and analytic frameworks to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency. Partner with cross-functional teams to translate data insights into actionable decisions.