Uber

Senior Scientist - Marketplace (Multiple Teams)

Uber • $190K — $211K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D., M.S. or Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Economics, Statistics, or Machine Learning.
  • 4+ years of industry experience as an Applied or Data Scientist (or 2+ years with a Ph.D.).
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, R, Java).
  • Strong skills in SQL and ability to analyze large datasets and prototype algorithms.
  • Experience designing experiments and interpreting performance-related results.

Responsibilities

  • Solve complex business problems using data-driven approaches and machine learning.
  • Develop statistical and econometric methodologies to validate results.
  • Generate actionable business insights and prioritize product initiatives with cross-functional teams.
  • Design and analyze experiments, presenting results with clear recommendations.
  • Lead the creation of metrics, data visualization, and tools for data-driven product development.
  • Define success metrics in collaboration with cross-functional partners.
  • Oversee the entire product development cycle from a scientific perspective.

Benefits

  • Participation in Uber's bonus program.
  • Eligibility for equity awards and other compensation types.
  • Access to a 401(k) plan for full-time employees.
  • Variety of additional employee benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description

About the Role of Science

End-to-end product development from a data, analytics, modeling, and experimentation perspective. Specifically, formulating ambiguous business problems, prototyping various machine learning & optimization & causal inference & marketplace dynamics models, producing data insights, and designing & analyzing experiments.

We are building the future of Uber's mobility and logistics platforms. Our teams drive innovation across critical areas including:

  • A central pillar of Uber's delivery products, serving as the "brain" of the operation. We drive every decision that enables orders to go from point A to point B - from Uber Eats & Grocery, to newer verticals like Uber Direct and Connect. We're responsible for running an efficient marketplace with dispatch & pricing decisions.
  • We enhance user experience and growth for Uber One, a fast-growing program providing members with exclusive benefits, best prices, and priority across the platform.
What you will do
  • Solve ambiguous, challenging business problems using data-driven approaches including ML, Optimization, Causal Inference.
  • Develop and implement statistical/econometric methodologies to improve results validity, power and generalizability.
  • Develop data-driven business insights and work with cross-functional customers to find opportunities and recommend prioritization of product, growth, and optimization initiatives.
  • Design and analyze experiments, and present results that provide actionable recommendations.
  • Orient the teams around data-driven product development by driving the creation of logging, metrics, data visualization, and diagnostic tools, and experimentation paradigms.
  • Define how our teams measure success, by developing metrics, in close partnership with cross-functional partners.
  • Own the product development cycle end to end from data and science aspects.
Basic Qualifications
  • Ph.D., M.S. or Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Machine Learning, Operations Research, or other quantitative fields.
  • 4+ years of industry experience as an Applied or Data Scientist or equivalent (or 2+ years with Ph.D.).
  • Background in at least one programming language (eg. Python, R, Java, Ruby, Scala/Spark or Perl)
  • Ability to use Python or similar technologies to work efficiently with large data sets and prototype algorithms & models
  • Coding and SQL proficiency and ability to develop statistical analysis and algorithm prototyping in Python or R.
  • Design experiments and interpret the results to draw detailed and actionable conclusions across a variety of key performance indicators
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, Machine Learning, Operations Research or other quantitative fields.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills: Able to lead initiatives across multiple product areas and communicate findings with leadership and product teams
  • Experience in leading key technical projects and substantially influencing the scope and output of others
  • Thought leadership to drive multi-functional projects from concept to production.
  • Experience in large-scale marketplace algorithm design, membership / consumer growth, or experimentation platform.
  • Experience with exploratory data analysis, statistical analysis and model development
  • Strong programming skills to prototype models in at least one of Python (preferably), R, Java, Go, Scala


Responsibilities

For New York City, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $190,000 per year - USD $211,000 per year.

You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits.

About Uber

Uber Entertainment, Inc. is a privately held video game development company headquartered in beautiful downtown Kirkland, WA. Uber is currently developing Planetary Annihilation, a next generation real time strategy game of epic proportions.

Uber Careers

There has never been a better time to join our global team of Uber professionals—pioneers in the world of transportation and technology. Work you’ll do Join Uber’s industry-leading team to help drive forward the future of mobility and logistics for some of the world’s most dynamic cities and populations. Transform the way the world moves with the brightest minds at Uber, where innovation meets functionality to create solutions for everyday challenges. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, at the intersection of technology, operational excellence, and user-centric design. Work with a global team of business and technology advisors to help clients and cities navigate their paths towards more efficient and sustainable urban transport solutions. Collaborate with a diverse group of Uber experts worldwide – a team dedicated to rethinking and improving the way the world moves. Introducing the Uber Innovation Hub We are building a market-leading team to pioneer advancements in transportation and logistics, ensuring Uber remains at the forefront of mobility solutions. Do innovative work Join a group of exceptional professionals where your skills in technology, leadership, and creativity can flourish. At Uber, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it's the core of everything we do. Deliver targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of expertise and innovation that’s second to none, enhancing how cities, companies, and communities connect. Be part of a great team Engage with a wide-ranging technology stack and harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and collective problem-solving skills of our diverse team. Future-proof your career Advance your career with Uber’s commitment to professional growth, offering extensive training, development, and certification support. Go as far as your ambition takes you with limitless job opportunities in a company that’s reshaping the world’s approach to transportation. Explore Uber’s approach to predictive maintenance ensures our fleet remains ready and efficient, reducing downtime and improving service reliability. Our end-to-end mobility solutions are transforming the way cities think about transportation, making Uber a key player in the future of urban mobility. The Uber Leadership and Innovation Alliance Our combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help overcome challenges and lead transformation in the transportation industry. Clients and cities around the globe look to Uber for new strategies and solutions to drive growth and innovation in the digital era. Stay connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to redefine the world of mobility. SEARCH UBER JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who drive at Uber. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Uber.
Learn more about Uber
Size
29,300 employees
Market Cap
$48.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$6.7 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+35.3%
Revenue
$11.1 billion
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