CareerPlan

Data Scientist, Algorithms - Pricing - Rider Engagement

San Francisco OfficeFull-time$128k–$160k2026-10-22 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Develop and deploy optimization and machine learning models for incentive offers, budget management, and real-time optimization to drive rider engagement and marketplace outcomes.

Role type

Senior IC data scientist (optimization/ML)

Builds

Incentive levers, budget management systems, and real-time optimization solutions

Domain

Ride-hailing marketplace, pricing theory, operations research

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Python, optimization modeling, machine learning, statistical modeling, experimental design, data analysis, production coding

Preferred skills

Pricing theory, operations research, unstructured mathematical problem solving

Responsibilities

Frame problems mathematically and within business context; write production code and collaborate with engineers to implement algorithms; develop and fit statistical/ML/optimization models; design and analyze experiments; establish metrics to monitor product health and user outcomes; perform deep dive analysis to uncover opportunities; communicate findings to cross-functional teams and leadership.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC