Senior Manager, Product Data Science
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WFA Digital Insight
The demand for data-driven product leaders has surged in recent years, with companies like Gusto at the forefront of this trend. As the remote job market continues to evolve, skilled data scientists with leadership chops are in high demand. With Gusto's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, this role offers a unique chance to shape the future of payroll, health insurance, and HR services. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their technical expertise and strategic vision.
Job Description
About the Role
Gusto is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead a core Data Science product team. This role is central to how Gusto uses data to understand, shape, and scale its products. The ideal candidate will both manage a team of data scientists and personally work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver insights and frameworks that inform strategy, optimize user experiences, and accelerate business growth.Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of data scientists: hire, empower, and coach team members; set a high bar for analytical quality and career growth.
- Shape product and business strategy through data and AI: partner with Product and cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities, prioritize investments, and influence long-term product roadmaps.
- Develop and scale measurement frameworks: define key metrics, design monitoring systems, and ensure product initiatives are rigorously tracked and evaluated through an AI-native lens.
- Support experimentation and decision-making: support inferential analyses and experimentation, ensuring findings are actionable and aligned to strategic goals.
How to Stand Out
- Develop a portfolio showcasing your ability to drive business outcomes with data science and AI.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience managing remote teams and how you foster collaboration and growth.
- Highlight your understanding of the latest data science tools and methodologies, and how you stay current in the field.
- Practice communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, as this is a key aspect of the role.
- Research Gusto's products and services to understand how data science contributes to their mission and be prepared to discuss your ideas.
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