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Full-Time

Staff Data Scientist

Posted on 4/18/2024

Dropbox

Dropbox

1,001-5,000 employees

Cloud storage and file synchronization services

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$175.1k - $236.9kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in Canada

Select locations in Canada

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
R
SQL
Marketing
Hadoop
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelors’ or above in quantitative discipline: Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 8-10+ years experience using analytics to drive key business decisions; examples include business/product/marketing analytics, business intelligence, strategy consulting
  • Proven track record of being able to work independently and proactively engage with business stakeholders with minimal direction
  • Significant experience with SQL and large unstructured datasets such as Hadoop
  • Deep understanding of statistical analysis, experimentation design, and common analytical techniques like regression, decision trees
  • Solid background in running multivariate experiments to optimize a product or revenue flow
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in programming/scripting and knowledge of statistical packages like R or Python is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Develop a deep understanding of customer journey phases and key business metrics
  • Perform analytical deep-dives to analyze problems and opportunities, identify the hypothesis and design & execute experiments
  • Inform future experimentation design and roadmaps by performing exploratory analysis to understand user engagement behavior and derive insights
  • Create personalized segmentation strategies leveraging propensity models to enable targeting of offers and experiences based on user attributes
  • Identify key trends and build automated reporting & executive-facing dashboards to track the progress of acquisition, monetization, and engagement trends
  • Extract actionable insights through analyzing large, complex, multi-dimensional customer behavior data sets
  • Monitor and analyze a high volume of experiments designed to optimize the product for user experience and revenue & promote best practices for multivariate experiments
  • Translate complex concepts into implications for the business via excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Understand what matters most and prioritize ruthlessly
  • Work with cross-functional teams (including Data Science, Marketing, Product, Engineering, Design, User Research, and senior executives) to rapidly execute and iterate

Dropbox provides cloud storage and file synchronization services that allow users to store, share, and collaborate on files from anywhere in the world. Its platform is designed for individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, making it especially useful for remote work and distributed teams. Users can choose from various subscription plans, including free accounts with limited storage and premium options that offer more storage and advanced features. Dropbox stands out from competitors like Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive due to its user-friendly interface, strong security measures, and emphasis on collaboration tools. The company also enhances its offerings through strategic partnerships and acquisitions, such as DocSend for secure document sharing and HelloSign for electronic signatures. The goal of Dropbox is to provide comprehensive and accessible cloud solutions that meet the diverse needs of its users.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$1.7B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic investments from firms like Sound Income Strategies LLC and Quest Partners LLC indicate strong market confidence in Dropbox's growth potential.
  • The company's continuous innovation and expansion of service offerings, such as the integration of DocSend, provide ample opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Dropbox's leadership in the cloud storage market offers employees a stable and reputable work environment.

What critics are saying

  • Recent data breaches involving Dropbox Sign could damage the company's reputation and customer trust.
  • The departure of key executives like COO Dennis Woodside may lead to strategic and operational uncertainties.

What makes Dropbox unique

  • Dropbox's user-friendly interface and robust security features set it apart from competitors like Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive.
  • The acquisition of DocSend and HelloSign allows Dropbox to offer specialized services like secure document sharing and electronic signatures, enhancing its value proposition.
  • Dropbox's strong focus on collaboration tools makes it particularly valuable for remote work and distributed teams.

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Benefits

Competitive medical, dental & vision coverage

Competitive 401(k) Plan with a generous company match & immediate vesting

Flexible Time Off/Paid Time Off

11 Company-wide PTO days

Volunteer time off and more

Life Insurance, Disability Insurance & Travel benefit plans

Perks Allowance

Parental benefits

Mental Health & Wellness benefits

Free Dropbox space for your friends and family

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