Senior Data Science Manager – Marketing Science

PrizePicks

Senior Data Science Manager overseeing analytics team and driving marketing science initiatives at PrizePicks. Leading data-driven decision making and machine learning model development.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $180,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading data science teams and developing production-grade machine learning models, with a strong focus on marketing data analysis and causal inference frameworks. Proven ability to mentor team members and effectively communicate with senior leadership to align data science efforts with business objectives.

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Data Science & Analytics ExperienceMachine Learning Model DevelopmentCausal Inference FrameworksTeam Leadership & MentoringStatistical Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Machine LearningCausal InferenceStatistical AnalysisData VisualizationPythonSQLCustomer SegmentationMedia Mix ModelingAttribution ModelingMulti-Armed Bandits

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluencing Cross-Functional PartnersProject Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Data ScienceMaster's Degree in Data Science (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Marketing Data AnalysisCustomer Lifetime ValueRetention MarketingAcquisition MarketingBusiness Outcomes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of data scientists, covering topics across retention and acquisition marketing
Oversee the development & maintenance of production-grade machine learning models, across topics such as customer lifetime value, customer segmentation, multi-armed bandits, media mix modeling, and attribution
Manage projects centered around marketing data analysis, including leveraging causal inference frameworks, to assess impact from efforts and drive outcomes
Integrate LLMs into data & operations workflows, to increase throughput & scale across domains
Mentor junior team members, enhancing analytical rigor throughout the PrizePicks Analytics Team
Effectively manage projects, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met, and business impact is made
Collaborate with senior leadership, to align marketing data science effort with overall company & marketing goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in data science & analytics
5+ years of experience in a marketing, customer, or revenue data-related role
3+ years of experience managing or mentoring data scientists, analysts, or engineers
Bachelor's or master's degree in data science, econometrics, statistics, math, computer science, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred
Proven experience in building and implementing production-grade machine learning models in an operations support capacity
Proven experience leveraging causal inference frameworks (e.g. difference-in-differences, regression discontinuity, synthetic controls) to assess impact and drive business outcomes
Exceptional communicator, with experience presenting to senior leadership
Ability to influence cross-functional partners (Marketing, Finance, Product)
Comfortable balancing hands-on work with team leadership
Strong statistical proficiency
Python for statistical computing, model development, and data visualization
Advanced SQL

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans
401(k) plan with company match
Annual bonus
Flexible PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2 weeks STRONGLY encouraged!)
Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits
Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
Company-wide in-person events and team outings
Lifestyle enhancement program
Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development