Senior Data Scientist, eBay
Analytics
$135.2-205.7k
Leading online marketplace
Job no longer available
Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$135.2-205.7k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- 3+ years of experience in analytics/data science, experience in a leading technology company and experience with advertising pricing mechanism is a plus
- Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Business Administration or Business Analytics. PhD degree is a plus
- Balance of critical thinking and hands-on analyses using tools & packages such as SQL, R, Python, Tableau, etc
- Ability to see the big picture and connect the dots to evaluate how the insights impact eBay’s ecosystem
- Proactive collaboration and effective communication skills
What the job involves
- As a critical member of the Advertising Product Insights team, you will influence the Ads Product roadmap with your insights and thought leadership
- You will find opportunities to drive dynamic change in the customer experience that results in significant business growth
- Deep dive into eBay Advertising & Recommendation mechanism and generate impactful insights
- Build a simulation model to gauge the impact of a given change to the eBay ecosystem
- Consistent turning insights into implementable product growth opportunities
- Evaluate the performance and growing opportunity of online experiments (A/B tests)
- Opportunity assessment for initiatives on product roadmap and provide guidance accordingly
Our take
Founded in 1995 as an online auction platform primarily catering to collectibles, eBay quickly emerged as a pioneer in connecting buyers and sellers in the digital realm. This early success propelled eBay to become to globally recognized leader it is today.
In the present landscape, eBay competes with industry giants like Amazon within the C2C eCommerce sector. However, eBay distinguishes itself by fostering an environment where businesses can cultivate and promote their brands on the platform, offering a tailored, community-driven experience for both sellers and buyers. By championing small businesses, eBay attracts sellers and socially conscious consumers, positioning itself in stark contrast to Amazon's corporate image.
The rising consumer interest in sustainability has presented economic opportunities for eBay, particularly as younger demographics gravitate toward purchasing pre-owned items. in response, eBay has directed its marketing efforts toward Gen Z customers and formed partnerships with cultural phenomena like Love Island, further solidifying its appeal among contemporary audiences.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
13% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive health and wellness program designed to meet your unique needs.
- We strive to provide programs that help support both mind and body, including quality healthcare insurance, wellness programs and preventative care.
- Stock Purchase Plans
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Stock Awards
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Credit Union Memberships
- Balancing work & life - eBay believes in providing you with the opportunity to be your best self in your professional and personal life. In addition to supporting flexible workstyles including hybrid and remote, eBay offers 4 weeks of paid sabbatical time for every 5 years of service
- Giving back to our community - We provide our employees around the globe with opportunities to have a positive impact on their local communities. Through the eBay Foundation, our company matches donations to eligible nonprofits up to $10,000 per employee per year. And our employee-led volunteer groups organize local giving and volunteering activities throughout the world
Company HQ
Greylands, San Jose, CA
Leadership
Jamie Iannone
(CEO)Studied at Princeton and Stanford University. Held executive roles at Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and The Children's Place, before becoming CEO of eBay in April 2020.
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