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GustoSenior Data Science Manager, Growth
Gusto provides an online platform handling payroll, health insurance, 401(k) plans, and human resources administration for more than half a million small businesses across the United…
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Gusto provides an online platform handling payroll, health insurance, 401(k) plans, and human resources administration for more than half a million small businesses across the United States. The company is currently hiring a Senior Data Science Manager, Growth to lead a technical team focused on scaling products and optimizing user experiences. This position requires a hybrid work schedule based out of the San Francisco office. The ideal candidate blends strategic…
Job Description
Gusto provides an online platform handling payroll, health insurance, 401(k) plans, and human resources administration for more than half a million small businesses across the United States. The company is currently hiring a Senior Data Science Manager, Growth to lead a technical team focused on scaling products and optimizing user experiences.
This position requires a hybrid work schedule based out of the San Francisco office. The ideal candidate blends strategic leadership with hands-on technical execution, guiding initiatives related to product analytics, experimentation, and artificial intelligence integration.
In this capacity, you will collaborate closely with product management, engineering, design, marketing, sales, and finance departments. Responsibilities include mentoring data science professionals, defining measurement frameworks, and partnering on machine learning features such as personalization and automated workflows. Active engagement with relevant artificial intelligence tools is an expected part of daily operations at the organization.
Responsibilities
- Hire, mentor, and lead a team of data scientists and analysts while establishing high standards for quality and career advancement
- Collaborate with product and cross-functional leaders to identify business opportunities and shape long-term product roadmaps
- Establish key metrics, tracking systems, and evaluation frameworks for product initiatives and artificial intelligence features
- Design and support inferential analyses, segmentation, funnel analysis, and experimentation including A/B tests
- Partner with machine learning engineering and product teams to integrate intelligent features like personalization and predictive models
- Conduct deep data dives and review technical analyses to ensure business relevance and statistical rigor
- Present insights, trade-offs, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership stakeholders
Requirements
- At least 10 years of professional background in data science or closely related disciplines
- Minimum of 4 years of experience managing and scaling high-performing data science teams
- Deep expertise in product analytics covering user acquisition, activation, retention, engagement, or expansion within SaaS environments
- Advanced coding abilities, strong statistical reasoning skills, and familiarity with experimentation frameworks
- Experience working at the intersection of data science and artificial intelligence product development
- Demonstrated ability to connect data insights to broader business goals and influence product roadmaps
- Proven background in communicating complex insights to senior stakeholders
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with machine learning applications in product contexts such as churn prediction, customer segmentation, or LLM-powered features
- Familiarity with multi-product software-as-a-service ecosystems and customer lifecycle analytics
Core Skills
Benefits
- Competitive base pay
- Company benefits
- Equity in the form of restricted stock units
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the employment type for this role?
This position is full-time.
Where is the job located and what is the remote policy?
The role is based in San Francisco with a hybrid work arrangement. Employees in this location are expected to work from the office approximately two to three days per week.
What is the salary range for this position?
For San Francisco and New York, the cash compensation is targeted between $218,000 and $255,000, with final offers determined by factors such as candidate experience and expertise.
How are artificial intelligence tools used in this role?
Artificial intelligence is a fundamental part of operations at the company. Team members are expected to actively engage with relevant AI tools, and the role involves partnering on AI-powered product development and evaluation design.
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