Airbnb Senior Manager Data Science – Quality 

United States 

397022906

A Typical Day:

Airbnb leverages data science to analyze and improve various aspects of its business, including our work on quality. As a data science leader you will:

• Lead and provide strategic guidance to a team of data scientists, guiding them through advanced modeling and inference tasks in the area of Data Science Quality.
• Develop and refine Airbnb's Data Science strategy for Quality in collaboration with cross-functional teams, setting the direction for the organization.
• Ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of highly sophisticated models powering our efforts in Quality, taking ownership of the technical excellence in this domain.
• Act as the key liaison between the Data Science Quality team and the product organization, fostering effective communication and collaboration at the highest level.
• Partner closely with product, engineering and finance teams to align on strategic goals and deliverables, providing executive-level leadership in driving the overall success of initiatives for Quality.
• Drive the development of groundbreaking and innovative strategies in the domain of Quality, leveraging advanced data science techniques to optimize user engagement and satisfaction.

Your Expertise:

• 12+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree or Masters/PhD in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Data Science or Statistics.
• Experience managing individual contributors (ICs).
• Deep understanding of machine learning, predictive modeling, and data-driven product development.
• Strong track record of experience in data science, with expertise in forecasting and marketplace dynamics.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to influence and drive change in a cross-functional environment.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing data-driven strategies to address complex problems and improve business outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and problem-solving.