Data Scientist, Experimentation

About Stitch Fix, Inc.

Stitch Fix (NASDAQ: SFIX) is the leading online personal styling service that helps people discover the styles they will love that fit perfectly so they always look - and feel - their best. Few things are more personal than getting dressed, but finding clothing that fits and looks great can be a challenge. Stitch Fix solves that problem. By pairing expert stylists with best-in-class AI and recommendation algorithms, the company leverages its assortment of exclusive and national brands to meet each client's individual tastes and needs, making it convenient for clients to express their personal style without having to spend hours in stores or sifting through endless choices online. Stitch Fix, which was founded in 2011, is headquartered in San Francisco.

About the Role

The Experimentation team at Stitch Fix is at the heart of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge data science techniques to drive decision-making across the company. We help design, execute, and analyze experiments to uncover actionable insights, evolve product offerings, and deeper customer engagement. As a data scientist and experimentation expert, you will collaborate with a team of data scientists and platform engineers. Together, you will advance the continuous evolution of the experimentation process and platform at Stitch Fix. You will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders - product managers, data scientists, frontend engineers, platform engineers, financial analysts, business leaders, and more - to drive alignment for our experimentation best practices and frameworks and continue pushing it forward. This role is on a high-visibility team and will be involved in driving impactful projects from day 1. This role reports to the Manager of Experimentation within the Technology organization. 

You're excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Shape experimentation best practices and frameworks  at Stitch Fix.
• Influence roadmaps for and own highly visible, high-traffic platforms.
• Contribute to a culture of technical collaboration and scalable, resilient systems.
• Influence the team’s investment in impactful directions.
• Work with bright and kind colleagues who are passionate about their craft.

We’re excited about you because…

• You have 3-5+ years of experience in data science, with a focus on experimentation and causal inference.
• You have an advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• You are proficient in Python and SQL
• You have a strong understanding of experimental design, A/B testing, and statistical analysis techniques.
• You have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• You have exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to a diverse audience.
• You have experience working autonomously and taking ownership of projects.
• You possess a rigorous focus on simple solutions that yield business impact.
• You possess the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical business partners alike, and who are interested in building strong cross-functional relationships.
• You have a desire to question the status quo and promote innovative solutions to challenging problems.

Preferred Qualifications

• You have experience working in the e-commerce or retail industry.
• You have knowledge of machine learning techniques and their applications in experimentation.
• You have knowledge of Golang and full stack development experience is a plus
• You have experience using a production experimentation platform
• You are familiar with big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark.

Why you'll love working at Stitch Fix...

• We are a group of bright, kind people who are motivated by challenge. We value integrity, innovation and trust. You’ll bring these characteristics to life in everything you do at Stitch Fix.
• We cultivate a community of diverse perspectives— all voices are heard and valued.
• We are an innovative company and leverage our strengths in fashion and tech to disrupt the future of retail. 
• We win as a team, commit to our work, and celebrate grit together because we value strong relationships.
• We boldly create the future while keeping equity and sustainability at the center of all that we do. 
• We are the owners of our work and are energized by solving problems through a growth mindset lens. We think broadly and creatively through every situation to create meaningful impact.
• We offer comprehensive compensation packages and inclusive health and wellness benefits.

Compensation and Benefits

This role will receive a competitive salary, benefits, and equity. The salary for US-based employees hired into this role will be aligned with the range below, which includes our three geographic areas. A variety of factors are considered when determining someone’s compensation–including a candidate’s professional background, experience, location, and performance.This position is eligible for new hire and ongoing grants of restricted stock units depending on employee and company performance. In addition, the position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external careers site.

Salary Range$153,700—$226,000 USD

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