Senior Staff Data Scientist, Guest & Host Marketplace Ai

Airbnb

Remote, US
Base: $224,000 - $280,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Remote
Causal inference expertise with marketplace experience
Advanced degree in computer science or statistics
9+ years industry experience with phd or 12+ with masters
Airbnb is seeking a Senior Staff Data Scientist for their Guest Data Science team, focusing on enhancing user experiences through AI and data analysis. The candidate will lead innovative methodologies to understand guest behavior and preferences, significantly impacting guest engagement and conversion

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading innovation efforts to identify and evaluate guest preferences at every step of the online discovery funnel using AI and causal inference.
  • The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to shape UX design architecture and drive data-driven product development.
  • Candidates must possess a high bar for customer experience while balancing a passion for AI with a desire to accurately understand user behavior and business success.

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Airbnb is seeking a Senior Staff Data Scientist for their Guest Data Science team, focusing on enhancing user experiences through AI and data analysis. The candidate will lead innovative methodologies to understand guest behavior and preferences, significantly impacting guest engagement and conversion.

Salary

Base: $224,000 - $280,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible; Benefits: Employee Travel Credits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Causal inference expertise with marketplace experience
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science or Statistics
  • 9+ years industry experience with PhD or 12+ with Masters
  • Expert in Python or R programming language
  • Familiarity with SQL and prototype development

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for LLMs and dynamic systems
  • Experience in search and UX discovery domains
  • Track record of engaging with technical community
  • Strong communication skills with cross-functional partners

Key Requirements

  • PhD required (or 12+ years with Masters)
  • Must live in a state where Airbnb has a registered entity
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or Econometrics

Work Rights

Must reside in a state where Airbnb has a registered entity

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