Data Science Manager for Instagram Notifications - Remote Opportunity with Competitive Hourly Rate

Unlock Your Career Potential with Instagram's Data Science Team

Join the world's most influential social media platform, Instagram, where billions of people connect, share, and discover new experiences. As a Data Science Manager for Instagram Notifications, you will lead a high-performing team of data scientists and shape the notification strategy through empirical analysis and experimentation. If you're a seasoned data science professional with a passion for driving business growth and a knack for storytelling with data, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

About Instagram and the Notifications Team

Instagram's mission is to bring people closer to the things they love, and the Notifications team plays a vital role in achieving this goal. With over 2.4 billion monthly active users, the team is responsible for connecting users to the content and interactions that matter most to them. As a Data Science Manager, you will be instrumental in developing and implementing data-driven strategies to drive user engagement, growth, and overall experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Mentorship: Maintain a high bar for product thinking and analytical depth within your team through selective hiring and mentorship.
• Strategic Decision-Making: Serve as a core member of the Instagram Community leadership team, with direct responsibility for the success and health of this product organization.
• Goal-Setting and Prioritization: Set goals and metrics to guide and prioritize growth product initiatives, and lead analysis studies to identify new product opportunities and shape product strategy.
• Opportunity Sizing and Measurement: Size opportunities to ensure product teams are working on the most impactful projects, and implement high-priority learning agendas and measurement plans for Instagram and Facebook.
• Collaboration and Influence: Collaborate with and significantly contribute to major analytical and product initiatives across the Facebook Family of Apps, and serve on Instagram's Research Leadership Circle to improve cross-Instagram Research group processes.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: A quantitative field such as Economics, Computer Science, or Physics.
• Experience in Data Science: 3+ years of experience in Product Data Science, with in-depth experience in experimentation.
• Leadership Experience: 3+ years of experience in building high-performing data science and analytics teams, including managing managers.
• Technical Skills: Working knowledge of predictive modeling, machine learning, and experimentation/causal inference techniques.
• Business Acumen: Demonstrated judgment in balancing pragmatic business needs and scientific rigor.
• Communication Skills: Proven experience forming relationships with and influencing cross-functional leaders, and demonstrated ability to communicate with and influence a wide range of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Degree: Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Economics, Computer Science, or Physics.
• Additional Skills: Experience with large data stores, and a background in a behavioral science discipline.

What We Offer

As a Data Science Manager at Instagram, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and see your insights translated into real-world products. You will be part of a dynamic and mission-driven culture, with a team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference. Our company culture values innovation, creativity, and collaboration, and we offer a range of benefits and perks to support your well-being and career growth.

Some of the benefits and perks you can expect include:

• Competitive Compensation: A competitive hourly rate of $27/hour.
• Remote Work: The flexibility to work remotely, with the opportunity to collaborate with a global team.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional growth and development, with a clear path for advancement.
• Learning Benefits: Access to training and development programs, with opportunities to learn from industry experts.

Join Our Team

If you're a motivated and experienced data science professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Data Science Manager at Instagram, you will have the chance to make a real impact on our users and the world at large. Don't miss out on this chance to join our team and shape the future of social media.

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career with Instagram.