Lyft06/11/2026

Senior Data Scientist, Causal Inference

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San Francisco

Responsibilities

  • 01Deliver results across the entire lifecycle of data science solutions for Growth: from defining the problem with cross-functional stakeholders to deploying production models that address key business problems
  • 02Own complex domains and develop long-term roadmaps to maximize business impact
  • 03Build statistical pipelines, write production code, and design/analyze experiments
  • 04Participate in the science on-call rotation to ensure automated campaigns operate successfully

Requirements

  • 01Advanced degree in statistics, economics, mathematics, or equivalent industry experience
  • 024+ years of industry experience in causal inference or data science
  • 03Proven ability to apply statistics to unstructured problems and deliver measurable results
  • 04Deep technical expertise in causal inference and tackling challenging measurement problems
  • 05Expertise in marketing mix modeling is highly preferred
  • 06Expertise in SQL and experience with large-scale data platforms
  • 07Proficiency in Python and working within production coding environments

What we offer

  • 01Expected base pay range for this position in the San Francisco area is $148,000 - $185,000
  • 02Hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
  • 03Flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year
  • 04Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • 05Mental health benefits
  • 06Family building benefits
  • 07Child care and pet benefits
  • 08401(k) plan with company match
  • 09In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
  • 1018 weeks of paid parental leave
  • 11Subsidized commuter benefits
  • 12Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership