eBay · 8 hours ago
Data Scientist - eBay Live
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$149K/yr - $199K/yr
4+ years expeBay is a global ecommerce leader changing the way the world shops and sells. They are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead analyses for eBay Live, focusing on product strategy and marketplace efficiency through data science and analytics.
AuctionsE-CommerceInternetMarketplaceRetail
Responsibilities
Lead end‑to‑end analyses for live commerce features; define product metrics; build dashboards; run experiments that inform the roadmap and growth. Choose appropriate methods and operate with minimal guidance
Design growth experiments; analyze onboarding, listing quality, conversion, and retention; propose interventions; track impact with rigorous measurement and reporting
Model category–market dynamics; size opportunities; build selection/expansion frameworks; recommend sequencing and launch decisions; contribute lightweight data engineering (e.g., derived tables) to unblock analyses
Analyze marketplace risk signals; partner on guardrail design and monitoring; apply practical ML/AI; refine test designs and metrics to reduce false positives while preserving good‑actor experience
Clarify metric taxonomies; ensure instrumentation quality; build curated datasets and dashboards; troubleshoot data issues; automate recurring tasks with a product‑first mindset
Own KPIs within scope; synthesize daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly performance narratives; surface opportunities/risks; influence decisions with evidence‑based recommendations and audience‑appropriate storytelling
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Economics, CS) or equivalent experience; 4-7 years in analytics/data science with demonstrated end‑to‑end delivery on moderate‑to‑complex projects
Strong SQL/Python; experimentation design; statistical modeling; dashboarding; familiarity with marketplace dynamics and product analytics
Executive‑ready communication with the ability to distill complex analysis to actionable recommendations and influence product decisions
Advanced analytics and causal inference (uplift, diff‑in‑diff, CUPED), robust A/B test design, and strong judgment in method selection for ambiguous problems
Technical toolkit: SQL/Python, dashboarding (e.g., Tableau/Looker), familiarity with applied ML/AI, and the ability to optimize queries and contribute lightweight data engineering when necessary
Quality and rigor: Proactive assumption checks, validation, and troubleshooting; ability to scale insights via self‑serve dashboards and reporting that stakeholders actually use
Communication and storytelling: Clear narratives that explain the 'so what'; adjust depth for technical vs. non‑technical audiences; confident presentation and on‑the‑fly Q&A in cross‑functional forums
Stakeholder engagement: Proactive partner management; serve as the primary analytics contact for your area; propose data‑driven opportunities beyond explicit requests; consult managers for guidance in high‑stakes discussions as needed
Emerging leadership: Lead analyses coordinating with others; mentor junior analysts on technical skills and domain; demonstrate ownership and reliability in delivery and outcomes
Benefits
Target bonus
Restricted stock units
Full range of medical benefits
Financial benefits
401(k) eligibility
Various paid time off benefits
PTO
Parental leave
Company
eBay
eBay is a global online marketplace enabling users to buy, sell, and auction new or used items across various categories.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.16BKey Investors
Benchmark
2022-11-07Post Ipo Debt· $1.15B
1998-09-24IPO
1998-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Jamie Iannone
CEO
Alex Kazim
VP, GM eBay Services
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