Sr. Data Scientist, Analytics

Quizlet (View all Jobs)

San Francisco, CA

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Interview Process

1. Preliminary screen 2. Role-specific applied exercises where candidates create new projects/apps or make improvements to pre-existing code

Salary

$160,000 - $197,000

Programming Languages Mentioned

SQL


About Quizlet:

At Quizlet, our mission is to help every learner achieve their outcomes in the most effective and delightful way. We’re a $1B+ learning platform used by two-thirds of U.S. high school students and half of college students, powering over 1 billion learning interactions each week.

We blend cognitive science with machine learning to personalize and enhance the learning experience for students, professionals, and lifelong learners alike. We’re energized by the potential to power more learners through multiple approaches and various tools.

Let’s Build the Future of Learning
Join us to design and deliver AI-powered learning tools that scale across the world and unlock human potential.

About the Team: 

The Data Science team at Quizlet is at the forefront of product research. We leverage our rich data set to represent the voice of our students and teachers at scale. Our team outcomes focus on delivering insights that drive product strategy using the data science toolkit. We serve in a pivotal strategic role, identifying as well as driving inquiry on behalf of leaders at the company. The team is supported by Machine Learning and Data Engineering teams that partners with data scientists to make sure we are building a data-driven culture.

About the Role:

As a Data Scientist, you will partner closely with Core and Growth Product, Engineering, and Machine Learning to build an amazing product for our users. You will bring together insights across our user behavioral data, enabling you to identify new high-value opportunities, analyze A/B test experiments, recommend data-driven product decisions, define key business metrics, set company wide goals, present quantitative product research, and so many other interesting problems.

We’re happy to share that this is an onsite position in our San Francisco office. To help foster team collaboration, we require that employees be in the office a minimum of three days per week: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday and as needed by your manager or the company. We believe that this working environment facilitates increased work efficiency, team partnership, and supports growth as an employee and organization.
In this role, you will:
  • Be embedded in a specific product pod and partner with the Product Manager within the core product or growth teams
  • Own A/B testing through the entire experimentation life cycle, including inception, creation, measurement, and recommendations. 
  • Explore, develop, and present insights that inform the product roadmap 
  • Partner with the Ads Finance team to understand the business metrics performance
  • What you bring to the table:
  • 4+ years of experience in data science at a consumer internet company
  • Advanced SQL skills, including highly developed QA skills and ability to write efficient and optimized code 
  • Multiple years of experience owning and analyzing A/B tests
  • Strong communicator: effectively synthesize, visualize, and communicate your ideas to others
  • Bonus points if you have:
  • Experience using Google BigQuery, Periscope, Growthbook
  • Degree in Math, Physics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or other quantitative fields
  • Compensation, Benefits & Perks:
  • Quizlet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Salary transparency helps to mitigate unfair hiring practices when it comes to discrimination and pay gaps. Total compensation for this role is market competitive, including a starting base salary of $160,000 - $197,000, depending on location and experience, as well as company stock options
  • Collaborate with your manager and team to create a healthy work-life balance
  • 20 vacation days (and we expect you to take them!)
  • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance (100% employee and 75% dependent PPO, Dental, VSP Choice)
  • Employer-sponsored 401k plan with company match
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning and other resources to support professional growth
  • Paid Family Leave, FSA, HSA, Commuter benefits, Wellness benefits
  • 40 hours of annual paid time off to participate in volunteer programs of choice
  • Why Join Quizlet?

     🌎 Massive reach: 60M+ users, 1B+ interactions per week
     🧠 Cutting-edge tech: Generative AI, adaptive learning, cognitive science
     📈 Strong momentum: Top-tier investors, sustainable business, real traction
     🎯 Mission-first: Work that makes a difference in people’s lives
     🤝 Inclusive culture: Committed to equity, diversity, and belonging


    We strive to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome!
    We work to create a holistic interview process, where both Quizlet and candidates have an opportunity to view what it would be like to work together, in exploring a mutually beneficial partnership.

    We provide a transparent setting that gives a comprehensive view of who we are!  

    In Closing:

    At Quizlet, we’re excited about passionate people joining our team—even if you don’t check every box on the requirements list. We value unique perspectives and believe everyone has something meaningful to contribute. Our culture is all about taking initiative, learning through challenges, and striving for high-quality work while staying curious and open to new ideas. We believe in honest, respectful communication, thoughtful collaboration, and creating a supportive space where everyone can grow and succeed together.”

    Quizlet’s success as an online learning community depends on a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

    As an equal opportunity employer and a tech company committed to societal change, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Come join us!

    To All Recruiters and Placement Agencies:

    At this time, Quizlet does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and/or profiles. 
    Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website or to any Quizlet employee. Quizlet will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm nor will it be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of Quizlet.

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