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Senior Data Scientist - Marketing (Hybrid)

Enova International
Location
Chicago, IL
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Analytics
Salary
$96,000 to $125,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 4+ years of experience in Data Science, Analytics, or a related field
  • Proficient programming skills with Python
  • Experience working with relational databases, such as SQL
  • Excellent knowledge of applied statistical methods and machine learning models
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Nice to have
  • Exposure to digital marketing or martech/adtech: paid search or paid social platforms, conversion tracking, attribution, or marketing measurement
  • Experience in finance or lending, lifetime value estimation, or unit economics modeling
  • Experience deploying models into production systems or building automated data pipelines
What the job really is

The Senior Data Scientist will focus on value-based bidding (VBB) for digital marketing channels, utilizing machine learning to optimize customer acquisition strategies. This role involves building and maintaining models that estimate customer lifetime value, designing automated systems for data integration with ad platforms, and collaborating with the Marketing and Pricing teams to enhance budget allocation and campaign effectiveness. The position requires a strong analytical background but does not necessitate prior marketing experience.

Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance including mental health benefits
  • 401(k) matching plus a roth option (U.S. Based employees only)
  • PTO & paid holidays off
  • Sabbatical program (for eligible roles)
  • Summer hours (for eligible roles)
  • Paid parental leave
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed in the posting; only a range is provided
  • Role requires in-office work Tuesday through Thursday, which may not suit all candidates
  • The position involves a significant focus on machine learning and data analysis, which may not appeal to those looking for a broader marketing role
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