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Data Scientist, Analytics (Technical Leadership)

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About the role

We are seeking experienced Data Scientists to join our team and drive impact across various product areas. As a Data Scientist, you will collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify and solve complex problems using data and analysis. Your role will involve shaping product development, quantifying new opportunities, and ensuring products bring value to users and the company. You will guide teams using data-driven insights, develop hypotheses, and employ rigorous analytical approaches to test them. You will tell data-driven stories, present clear insights, and build credibility with stakeholders. By joining our team, you will become part of a world-class analytics community dedicated to skill development and career growth in analytics and beyond.ResponsibilitiesWork with complex data sets to solve challenging problems using analytical and statistical approaches* Apply technical expertise in quantitative analysis, experimentation, and data mining to develop product strategies* Identify and measure success through goal setting, forecasting, and monitoring key metrics* Partner with cross-functional teams to inform and execute product strategy and investment decisions* Build long-term vision and strategy for programs and products* Collaborate with executives to define and develop data platforms and instrumentation* Effectively communicate insights and recommendations to stakeholders* Define success metrics, forecast changes, and set team goals* Support developing roadmaps and coordinate analytics efforts across teamsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience* Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research) 5+ years of experience with data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python), or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, Matlab)* 8+ years of work experience leading analytics work in IC capacity, working collaboratively with Engineering and cross-functional partners, and guiding data-influenced product planning, prioritization and strategy development* Experience working effectively with and leading complex analytics projects across multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams, including Engineering, PM/TPM, Analytics and Finance* Experience with predictive modeling, machine learning, and experimentation/causal inference methods* Experience communicating complex technical topics in a clear, precise, and actionable manner 10+ years of experience communicating the results of analyses to leadership teams to influence the strategy* Masters or Ph.D. Degree in a quantitative field* Bachelor's Degree in an analytical or scientific field (e.g. Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research)* 10+ years of experience doing complex quantitative analysis in product analytics* Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)* Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)* Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

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Technology & IT Data Analysis Finance MySQL Operations Python remote

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  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Data Scientist, Analytics (Technical Leadership) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Meta?
  3. Which of Data Analysis, Finance and MySQL have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Data Analysis, Finance and MySQL.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Data Scientist, Analytics (Technical Leadership) role because I can bring practical experience in Data Analysis, Finance and MySQL, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Meta needs from this hire.

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