Manager of Data Science, GoFundMe
$190-260k
+ Equity
Social fundraising platform
Job no longer available
Social fundraising platform
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
$190-260k
+ Equity
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To help people fundraise for the personal, business, and charitable causes that matter most to them.
Role
Who you are
- 7+ years experience as a data scientist or similar role
- 2+ years experience managing a team
- Proficiency in data science methodologies, including machine learning, statistical modeling, advanced experimentation and causal inference with hands on experience in Python and SQL
- Ability to align data science initiatives with broader business goals, translating complex data insights into actionable strategies
- Demonstrated success in managing the full lifecycle of data science projects, from conception to implementation, with strong organizational and time-management skills
- Familiarity with machine learning methods (regression, classification etc) and ability to translate research into actionable models
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex data insights to both technical and non technical stakeholders
- Experience working cross functionally with product, engineering, marketing and business teams to integrate data science solutions into broader business processes
- A creative thinker with a passion for using data to solve complex business problems, continually seeking out new methodologies and tools to enhance the team’s capabilities
What the job involves
- Manage and mentor a team of data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
- Shape and implement a data-driven strategy that aligns with business goals, ensuring the data science efforts directly impact key company objectives
- Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of data science projects, from ideation and scoping to deployment and iteration, ensuring timely and successful delivery
- Lead the development of advanced predictive models and machine learning algorithms to forecast trends, optimize processes and inform strategic decisions
- Guide the organization through the implementation of advanced experimentation techniques, with A/B testing and beyond
- Work with product, engineering, marketing and business teams to integrate data science solutions into products and operations, driving cross functional success
- Work closely with stakeholders at all levels to scope projects, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-impact data science solutions solutions
- Encourage the exploration of cutting-edge data science techniques while balancing the need for practical, business-focused solutions that deliver measurable impact
Our take
One of the most well-known fundraising platforms in the world, GoFundMe makes raising money online exceptionally easy. The platform started initially with a focus on charity and good causes, but its scope has now expanded to include start-up business funding. What makes the platform attractive is its ability to democratize fundraising through the medium of online.
GoFundMe's rapid rise in popularity has been helped by its social media integrations and the speed at which individuals can start funds. With strategic foresight, the company launched its GoFundMe Guarantee in 2016, a pledge to protect donors from fraud or platform misuse - knowing that its continued growth could only be hampered by security issues or donor deception.
This guarantee is what has enabled the company to remain the largest crowdfunding platform in the world. Notably, it stands amongst the likes of Airbnb, Facebook, and Netflix in being backed by tech investors TCV.
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Company benefits
- Wide range of health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision (GoFundMe covers 100% of employee premiums, and 80% of spouse and dependents)
- $600 annual fitness and wellness reimbursement
- Weekly massages
- Standing desks
- Fully-stocked kitchens & daily lunches
- Team off-sites & monthly social events
- Many of our offices are dog friendly
- 10 paid holidays, 17 days of accrued vacation per year, unlimited sick time & three volunteer days
- Enhanced parental leaves
- $50/month for employees commuting to and from work (public transit and/or parking)
- Caltrain GoPasses for our Bay Area commuters
- "Gives Back" program, where employees nominate fundraisers weekly for donations from GoFundMe
- Quarterly volunteer events in each office to give back to our local communities
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Access to learning tools and resources, including a subscription to Udemy, guest speakers, and internal brown bag sessions
Company values
- Consider everything
- Do the right thing
- Spread empathy
- Delight the customer
- Give back
Company HQ
Centennial, Redwood City, CA
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Leadership
Margaret Richardson
(Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, not founder)Formerly worked at Airbnb as Vice President of Trust and Director of Global Policy. They worked in Trust & Safety at Apple prior to becoming a Member of Pipeline Angels.
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