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Data Science ManagerAbout the Team

At Deliveroo, we have an outstanding data science organization dedicated to enabling high-quality human and machine decision-making. Our team collaborates across product, business, and platform teams, utilizing analysis, experimentation, causal inference, and machine learning techniques. We leverage data to inform better decisions and enhance data literacy throughout Deliveroo.

Our data scientists develop analytical tools, inform decision-making at all levels, run experiments, perform causal analysis, build production machine learning and optimization models, and promote data literacy. They come from diverse backgrounds, with many formally trained in data science, but excellence is the common trait.

About the Role

We seek a data science manager to join our management team. The ideal candidate will:

  1. Have experience managing data scientists and guiding their career development.
  2. Possess hands-on experience as a senior-level individual contributor, familiar with experimentation, causal analysis, and data visualization methods.
  3. Identify opportunities where data science can add value, translating insights into strategies and execution plans.
  4. Work effectively with stakeholders up to C-level, guiding strategy and explaining technical solutions clearly.
  5. Lead diverse teams, fostering cohesion and high performance.
  6. Manage multiple teams across business areas, prioritizing ruthlessly.
  7. Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with high standards.
  8. Maintain a pragmatic, flexible approach focused on impact.

We prioritize our people's welfare, offering benefits such as healthcare, parental leave, pensions, and generous annual leave. Benefits vary by country; please contact your recruiter for details.

Diversity

We believe a diverse workplace reflects the world we live in. We welcome all backgrounds and identities and are committed to equitable hiring and interview practices. If adjustments are needed during the application process, please let us know.

Compensation and Benefits

  1. Competitive pay based on role and location, with potential bonuses and relocation support.
  2. Up to 5% matched pension contributions.
  3. Share awards for eligible roles, providing ownership in Deliveroo.
  4. Perks include free Deliveroo Plus, team lunches, generous leave, healthcare, gym memberships, wellbeing apps, insurance options, and life assurance.
  5. Work-life benefits include parental leave, home office equipment, mortgage advice, travel schemes, and learning opportunities.


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