Senior Data Scientist

Key Skills

Data Classification, Data science techniques, Design of Experiment, Large data sets, Mathematical modeling, Optimization, Python Programming, Recommendation Systems, Regression Analysis, SQL, Statistical modeling, Time series

Job Description

Data is our fuel at Turo. With more than 15 million days booked on the platform last year, by 3 million active guests, data is ever-more abundant and valuable. Data Science leverages that raw data to propel Turo on its mission to put the world's 1.5+ billion cars to better use. Our goals include keeping the marketplace safe, matching the right car for our guests' next adventure, finding the best price for our hosts' vehicles, and empowering teams at Turo with robust experimentation culture.

You are

You are a creative and rigorous data scientist with 4+ years of relevant experience. You are comfortable with a range of statistical and ML techniques with the ability to apply them to deliver measurable business impact at Turo. Modeling is your thing, you are proficient in translating unstructured business problems into mathematical frameworks, and propose scalable solutions.

You have a passion for consumer products, shipping code, and data focused experiments. You are excited to play a key role in crafting the product from inception to implementation and beyond.

What you will do

• Work closely with Data Analysts, Engineers, Product Managers and other data scientists to develop algorithms and drive key product and modeling decisions.
• Lead the end-to-end process of conceptualizing, developing, deploying, and analyzing models.
• Present your insights and suggestions to audiences of all levels in the company.
• Dedicatedly perform explorations of data and algorithms to improve our models.
• Own the data quality of your projects including training, test and experiment data.
• Research the best metrics; design and validate experiments to measure model performance.

Your profile

• 4+ years of Data Science experience.
• Deep understanding of mathematical methods in statistics, optimization, and ML. Demonstrable experience applying these methods to real world prediction problems (classification, regression, recommendation systems, time series).
• Ability to communicate ideas and results clearly with focus on business impact.
• A demonstrated ability to manage and deliver on multiple projects with high attention to detail.
• Strongly self-motivated with a keen eye for detail. A natural desire to learn and innovate with like-minded colleagues.
• Fluent in a production-ready programming language such as Python. Ability to deploy and scale models into a production environment collaborating with engineers.
• Fluent in SQL, ability to efficiently query large dataset.
• Experience in experiment design and analysis.

The SF base salary target range for this full-time position is $162,000-$199,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your work location during the hiring process. Please note that the salary range listed in this posting reflects the base salary only, and does not include bonus (if applicable), equity, or benefits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, equity, benefits, and perks for all full-time employees
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (Country specific)
• Retirement employer match
• $2,000 Learning & Development stipend to invest in your professional development
• $1,000 USD Turo host matching and $1,500 USD vehicle reimbursement program
• $100 USD Monthly Turo travel credit
• Cell phone, internet and Fringe benefit stipend
• Paid time off to relax and recharge
• Paid holidays, volunteer time off, and parental leave
• For those who are in the office full-time or hybrid we have weekly in-office lunch, office snacks, and fun activities
• Bi-annual Turbo Week (week-long, company-wide conference)

We are committed to building a diverse team. If you are from a background that's underrepresented in tech, we'd love to meet you.

Aside from an award winning work environment and the opportunity to be part of the world’s largest car sharing marketplace, we are also growing the team quickly - join us! Even if you don't meet every qualification, we are looking for people with enthusiasm for what we do and we will consider you for this and other possibilities.

Turo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. 

Turo will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as applicable. 

We welcome candidates with physical, mental, and/or neurological disabilities. If you require assistance applying for an open position, or need accommodation during the recruiting process due to a disability, please submit a request to People Operations by emailing PeopleOps@turo.com.