Senior Data Scientist
Role overview
We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist with strong analytical rigor and data-driven mindset. This role will collaborate closely with Product Managers, Software Engineers, Marketing Analysts, and Applied Scientists to influence the product roadmap and deliver measurable results for thousands of Sojern's clients. The ideal candidate is proficient in statistical concepts and either in causal inference or predictive modeling, with strong skills in SQL and Python, and can independently make data-informed decisions and drive projects to completion
Responsibilities
- check_circle Collaborate across functional teams, including Product Managers, Software Engineers, Analysts, and Scientists to enhance the performance, delivery, and efficiency of Sojern's AI-driven marketing products.
- check_circle Lead scientific domain in experimentation projects from scoping, test design, implementation, measurement, and insights delivery.
- check_circle Apply statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, quasi-experimental techniques to rigorously evaluate experiments and draw actionable and data-driven conclusions.
- check_circle Use advanced scientific techniques e.g. Bayesian inferences, predictive modeling, optimization to identify trends and develop algorithms that optimize bidding strategies across marketing channels.
- check_circle Collaborate with engineers to deploy models in product and with analysts to embed insights into strategic decision-making.
- check_circle Communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, enabling faster and more informed decision-making.
- check_circle Identify opportunities to improve methodologies and processes as well as develop scalable solutions that drive impact, e.g. productionize modeling codes, build recyclable reporting templates.
- check_circle Contribute to data-driven product roadmap and scientific project prioritization.
- check_circle Train and mentor analyst members on scientific methodologies as needed to support team growth.
- check_circle Note: Daily responsibilities will vary depending on project type, including causal inference experiments or predictive modeling initiatives.
- check_circle Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to understand business problems, develop hypotheses, work with large datasets, and apply appropriate methodologies to drive data-informed decisions.
- check_circle Intermediate/advanced proficiency level in analytical tools and techniques:
- check_circle + SQL expertise for data collect, process, and analysis to identify trends and patterns. Python proficiency (e.g. pandas, statsmodels, sklearn, numpy, scipy, and other related libraries/packages) for data visualization, data analysis, and statistical modeling. Spreadsheet usage (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets), including pivot function and complex formulas.
- check_circle Python proficiency (e.g. pandas, statsmodels, sklearn, numpy, scipy, and other related libraries/packages) for data visualization, data analysis, and statistical modeling.
- check_circle Spreadsheet usage (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets), including pivot function and complex formulas.
- check_circle 2+ years of experience as a data scientist, ideally within the advertising technology ecosystem.
- check_circle Strong understanding of statistical concepts, measurement methods, and causal inference techniques e.g. randomized control trials, difference-in-differences, synthetic control modeling, time-series forecasting, hierarchical Bayesian, linear/nonlinear regression.
- check_circle Effective verbal and written communication skills to collaborate across-functionally and present insights to technical and non-technical audiences, influencing product roadmaps.
- check_circle Curiosity and initiative with a mindset of asking "why", and propose ideas that drive incremental impact.
- check_circle Ability to collaborate across time-zones and adjust priorities as needed.
- check_circle Attention to detail to ensure high quality of delivery in analytical tasks, documentations, and business requirement gathering.
- check_circle MS or PhD in a quantitative discipline (e.g. Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Operations Research).
- check_circle Preferred: knowledge of digital marketing (e.g. paid media, targeting, attribution, impression, CPM, click through rate) and experience with Tableau or other visualization software.
- check_circle Opportunities: Be part of a growing team with training and support to help you grow
- check_circle Ownership: Lead creative and challenging projects
- check_circle Give Back: We give 20 hours a year to volunteer and organize office volunteer programs with local organizations
- check_circle Culture: Strong core business values, focus on teamwork, vibrant, social and fun environment
- check_circle Competitive Localized Benefits
- check_circle Time Off: Flexible vacation days
- check_circle SoEmpowered: Supporting, developing, and empowering those who identify as women at Sojern
- check_circle SoProud: Celebrating Sojern's LGBTQIA+ community while creating an inclusive and safe space for community members
- check_circle SoWell: Advocating for balance in life and overall wellbeing and providing space and resources for Sojernistas with different needs
- check_circle SoConnected: Creating space, connection and resources for Sojern's young and rising professionals
- check_circle Parents & Caregivers: Helping families thrive with our community of parents and caregivers
- check_circle Sojern Gives Back: Supporting underrepresented communities and social causes, striving to make a global and local impact
About the company
Sojern is the leading AI-powered marketing platform built for hospitality, designed to boost growth and profitability for the travel industry. The Sojern marketing platform is a set of easy-to-use software and services that delivers unrivaled traveler insight, intelligent audiences, multichannel activation and optimization, and a connected guest experience—all in one place. More than 10,000 travel marketers rely on our platform annually to find, attract, convert and engage travelers. Sojern, founded in 2007 and acquired by RateGain in 2025, is headquartered in San Francisco, California with teams in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific.
The Team:
The Data Scientist team within Sojern's Science and Optimization group drives measurable impact on customer KPIs through experimentation, measurement, and analytics. Leveraging state-of-the-art causal inference, predictive modeling, and advanced scientific methods, the team continuously enhance the performance, delivery, and efficiency of Sojern's AI-powered marketing products.