Lead Data Scientist (User Growth)-TikTok
Core
Design and monitor core metrics, identify root causes of metric movements, and leverage causal structures of user behavior to guide user growth and ecosystem decisions.
Role type
Senior IC data scientist (user growth & causal modeling)
Builds
Statistical models (LTV, ROI prediction) and model-driven analysis for user growth initiatives
Domain
Internet / Social Media / User Growth
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Statistical modeling, Machine learning, Causal inference, A/B testing design, SQL, Python/R, User-level modeling
Preferred skills
Team leadership, Cross-functional collaboration, Product logic thinking
Responsibilities
Build and improve statistical models to guide user growth decisions; Design, run, and analyze A/B experiments to inform product strategy; Conduct deep-dive analysis to identify trends and opportunities for user growth; Collaborate with product and engineering teams to drive product development through analytic expertise.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership