Senior Staff Data Scientist

Netlify

. Own the analytical understanding of Netlify’s product-led growth performance across activation, engagement, conversion, monetization, and retention .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $204,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product analytics and growth analytics, with a strong focus on activation, engagement, conversion, monetization, and retention. Proficient in designing experiments, applying statistical reasoning, and leveraging AI tools to enhance analytical processes and decision-making.

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Product AnalyticsGrowth AnalyticsExperimentation DesignStatistical ReasoningAI Tools Utilization

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Hard Skills

Data ScienceBehavioral Data AnalysisCausal InferenceMetrics Layer DevelopmentMonitoring Frameworks

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsStakeholder InfluenceAutonomous Operation

Tools & Technologies

AI-Powered AgentsAnalytical Systems

Industry Keywords

Product-Led GrowthConsumer Product OutcomesActivation DynamicsEngagement DynamicsRetention Dynamics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the analytical understanding of Netlify’s product-led growth performance across activation, engagement, conversion, monetization, and retention
Identify opportunities proactively before they become requests
Partner with Product and Engineering leadership to turn behavioral insights into product bets
Define experiments, measurement approaches, success metrics, and interpretation of results
Lead experimentation from hypothesis through decision, including study design, methodology, guardrails, analysis, and recommendations
Apply statistical rigor and help teams develop sound decision-making judgment
Build scalable analytical systems including semantic models, trusted metrics, proactive monitoring, and AI-powered agents
Use AI to accelerate investigations, automate recurring analytical work, and test more hypotheses
Identify and close gaps in measurement, event instrumentation, and metric definitions with Data and Product Engineering
Serve as a trusted analytical partner to PLG leadership
Influence investment decisions, roadmap priorities, and product strategy through evidence and product judgment

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in product analytics, growth analytics, or data science
Track record of high ownership and measurable impact on PLG or consumer product outcomes
Deep understanding of activation, engagement, conversion, monetization, and retention dynamics
Ability to turn behavioral data into product hypotheses and carry them through experimentation and measured outcomes
Deep expertise in experimentation, including study design, statistical reasoning, and causal inference
Experience building metrics layers, monitoring frameworks, or semantic models
Active use of AI tools to accelerate investigation, automate repetitive work, and surface patterns
Track record of influencing senior stakeholders and product direction through analytical reasoning and clear recommendations
Ability to operate autonomously in ambiguous problem spaces
Strong written and verbal communication skills in distributed environments
Resume or short listing of job history and skills required when applying
Cover letter explaining interest in the role is appreciated but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits package
Participation in Netlify’s equity plan
Compensation philosophy prioritizing fairness and equity
Performance-based compensation recognition and rewards
Disability accommodations available during interviews
Fully distributed company culture with remote-first, async work environment