Applied Scientist, Customer Growth
144k - 220k USD
Remote
Full Time
#Engineering
#Machine Learning
#Python
#Statistics
#Optimization
#Causal Inference
Managing a home is one of the biggest investments a person will ever make, yet it often comes without a manual. That is where we come in. At Thumbtack, we are building the go-to app that helps millions of homeowners manage their properties while helping local pros earn billions. As a fast-growing leader in a massive 600 billion dollar industry, we are looking for passionate people who want to make a real impact by supporting local economies and helping small businesses thrive.
Role at a glance
We are looking for a Senior Applied Scientist to join our Customer Growth team. This is a full-time, remote position available to candidates anywhere. You will be joining a high-impact team where you will have full ownership over your domain, helping us solve complex challenges in machine learning and marketplace optimization.
Your impact
- Architect and deploy machine learning systems directly into production to drive business growth.
- Design and execute experiments to analyze both structured and unstructured data, ensuring our product and marketing strategies are backed by rigorous science.
- Collaborate across teams with engineering, marketing, and economics partners to mentor other scientists and maintain a high standard of statistical practice.
What you'll need
- Expert-level knowledge of machine learning techniques and a strong command of Python for building and debugging code.
- Deep understanding of statistics, including optimization, experimental design, and causal inference.
- A proven ability to lead technical roadmaps, mentor peers, and communicate complex concepts to cross-functional partners.
- A pragmatic approach to problem-solving that balances the need for scientific rigor with the speed required for business execution.
Perks and compensation
We offer a competitive salary range based on your location:
- San Francisco, San Jose, NYC, or Seattle: $169,600 - $219,500
- Austin, Washington DC, or CA, MA, NJ, WA states: $152,700 - $197,600
- All other US locations: $144,200 - $186,600
In addition to your salary, you will enjoy:
- A flexible remote work environment.
- Comprehensive paid time off, including 20 company-wide holidays and an end-of-year shutdown.
- Access to our employee assistance program to support your mental health and well-being.








