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Data Scientist, Algorithms - Primetime Pricing

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Lyft

3d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • New York
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need an M.S./Ph.D. in a quantitative field, 3+ years of experience, strong problem-solving skills, end-to-end data experience, and proficiency in Python or similar languages. Collaboration is key.
  • You will collaborate to define problems, analyze data, build models, code algorithms, run experiments, and communicate findings to support decision-making and implementation.

Requirements

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Statistics, Operations Research, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other quantitative fields
  • 3+ years professional experience
  • 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
  • Willingness to collaborate and communicate with others to solve a problem

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Engineers, Product Managers, and Business Partners to frame problems, both mathematically and within the business context.
  • Perform exploratory data analysis to gain a deeper understanding of the problem
  • Construct and fit statistical, machine learning, or optimization models
  • Write production modeling code; collaborate with Software Engineers to implement algorithms in production
  • Design and run both simulated and live traffic experiments
  • Analyze experimental and observational data; communicate findings; facilitate launch decisions

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Data Scientist, Algorithms - Primetime Pricing.

What team will I be joining at Lyft?

You will be joining Lyft's Research Science Team.

What type of problems will I be working on?

You will be tackling problems related to optimization, prediction, modeling, inference, transportation, and mapping.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A M.S. or Ph.D. in Statistics, Operations Research, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other quantitative fields is required, along with 3+ years of professional experience.

Which programming languages should I be proficient in?

Proficiency with Python is required, and familiarity with other interpreted programming languages like R or Matlab is also beneficial.

Is experience with machine learning models necessary?

Yes, you should have experience in constructing and fitting statistical, machine learning, or optimization models.

How does the collaborative process work in this role?

You will partner with Engineers, Product Managers, and Business Partners to frame problems and develop solutions through collaboration and communication.

Are there any benefits offered for family building?

Yes, Lyft provides family building benefits as part of the employee benefits package.

How much paid time off do employees receive?

Salaried team members have unlimited paid time off, while hourly team members have 15 days of paid time off.

What is the expected pay range for this position in the New York City area?

The expected base pay range is $124,000–155,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

How is the work schedule structured for this role?

This role requires a hybrid work schedule, with team members expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Does Lyft promote an inclusive workplace?

Yes, Lyft is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to various protected statuses.

Is there any parental leave provided?

Yes, Lyft offers 18 weeks of paid parental leave for biological, adoptive, and foster parents.

Will I be involved in designing experiments?

Yes, you will be responsible for designing and running both simulated and live traffic experiments.

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Lyft

Ride by ride, we’re reimagining the world’s best transportation.

Transportation
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Lyft was founded in 2012 by Logan Green and John Zimmer to improve people’s lives with the world’s best transportation, and is available to approximately 95 percent of the United States population as well as select cities in Canada. Lyft is committed to effecting positive change for our cities by offsetting carbon emissions from all rides, and by promoting transportation equity through shared rides, bikeshare systems, electric scooters, and public transit partnerships.