Data Scientist

The Data Science & Machine Learning team is looking for a Data Scientist to join our Performance Models & Machine Learning Systems team. We are modeling experts who solve challenges with durable data science solutions. Our group consists of curious Data Scientists and Machine Learning Engineers who integrate data science models into the product and the company to unlock value for Squarespace and its customers. Our team delivers Performance Models that protect topline revenue and minimize risks and losses arising from fraud and abuse. In addition to this main focus, you will also work on projects aimed at enhancing customer acquisition, conversion, and the product experience. This is a hybrid role working from our NYC office 3 days per week. You will report to our Performance Models & Machine Learning Systems Manager, Data Science & Machine Learning.

You'll Get To:

• Collaborate with Data Scientists, Analysts, Engineers, and Product Managers to identify opportunities and provide Data Science solutions.
• Prototype different approaches to identify the best data solutions for business problems.
• Design, deploy, and maintain production machine learning models in internal and 24/7 customer-facing applications (e.g., detecting account takeover attempts, predicting customer intent).
• Monitor and analyze the evolving tactics used by bad actors to stay ahead of emerging threats.
• Improve model performance through iterative testing, tuning, and feature engineering.
• Research advancements in machine learning and data science to evaluate new techniques and technologies for potential application.

Who We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of experience in a Data Science or similar role, or a PhD with a quantitative focus.
• Strong competency with Python and SQL.
• Experience developing statistical or ML models with a demonstrable business impact, particularly in the anti-fraud space.
• Ability to communicate data science solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits & Perks:

• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums, along with fertility and adoption benefits.
• Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage and a subscription to the Headspace mindfulness app.
• Retirement benefits with employer match and flexible paid time off (12 to 20 weeks of paid family leave).
• Equity plan for all employees, pretax commuter benefit, and education reimbursement.
• Employee donation match to community organizations and 6 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Dog-friendly workspace offering free lunch and snacks.

Cash Compensation Range: $110,500 - $178,250 USD. The base salary for this position varies based on job-related criteria, including relevant skills, experience, and location. All Squarespace employees are eligible to receive equity in the company as part of their total compensation.

About Squarespace: Squarespace (NYSE: SQSP) is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in over 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products includes websites, domains, ecommerce, marketing tools, scheduling with Acuity, as well as tools for social media management and hospitality business management via Tock. Our team of more than 1,700 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Chicago, Dublin, Aveiro, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia.

Our Commitment: Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences. We embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers and work towards the same in our employees. Squarespace is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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