Senior Data Scientist, Product Analytics

Are you ready to shape the future of early career talent? At Handshake, we are building the world’s largest recruiting marketplace, and we are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to lead the charge in our Product Analytics team. In this high-impact role, you will be the analytical heartbeat of our platform, diving deep into marketplace health, liquidity, and pricing strategies. You won’t just be crunching numbers; you will be a strategic partner to our Product, Engineering, and Leadership teams, turning complex data into actionable insights that directly influence how millions of students and employers connect.

This is a rare opportunity to own the analytics strategy for a mission-driven product that is actively democratizing opportunity for the next generation. You will work in a hands-on environment, collaborating closely with our Relevance and Machine Learning experts to refine our algorithms and drive sustainable, product-led growth. If you are passionate about solving complex marketplace puzzles and want your work to have a tangible impact on the professional journeys of millions, Handshake is the place where your data expertise will truly move the needle.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI).
• Experience with statistical programming languages like R or Python.
• Ability to derive actionable insights from large, complex datasets.
• Strong mathematical background and analytical thinking.
• Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes is beneficial.
• Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field.