Data Scientist

About The Company
Join the Future of Commerce with Whatnot! Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe dedicated to transforming how people buy, sell, and discover their favorite items. Our platform enables users to trade cards, fashion, electronics, live plants, and more, allowing sellers to build genuine businesses across hundreds of categories. As pioneers in live commerce, we are creating an industry with no existing playbook, shaping the future of online shopping and community engagement. Our innovative approach has positioned us as one of the fastest-growing marketplaces, recently recognized by Forbes as the #1 Best Startup Employer in America. With a global presence spanning hubs in the US, UK, Ireland, Poland, Germany, and Australia, we operate as a remote co-located team that values speed, user-centricity, and impactful work.
About The Role
As Whatnot continues to scale rapidly, data plays a crucial role in shaping product strategy and delivering exceptional user experiences for both buyers and sellers. We are seeking a talented Product Data Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Design, and Operations teams to generate insights, drive experimentation, and inform strategic decisions. Your work will directly influence product development, feature optimization, and marketplace performance, ensuring Whatnot remains at the forefront of live commerce innovation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for data-driven decision-making, strong analytical skills, and a proactive mindset to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Data Science, Decision Science, or Analytics within a product-focused organization
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent experience
• Proven expertise in applying statistical and analytical methods to real-world product challenges
• Advanced SQL skills and experience with modern data warehouses such as Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift
• Proficiency in Python or R for data analysis, modeling, and experimentation
• Experience designing and analyzing A/B tests, with a solid understanding of causal inference techniques
• Strong data visualization skills and familiarity with BI tools for creating interactive dashboards
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to diverse stakeholders
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing product strategy through data insights
• Comfort working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with a high degree of ownership

Responsibilities

• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to product health, user engagement, and marketplace performance
• Analyze user behavior, product usage patterns, and marketplace dynamics to identify opportunities and prioritize features
• Translate complex data findings into actionable insights and strategic recommendations for product teams and leadership
• Partner with product managers and engineers to design, implement, and evaluate A/B tests and feature rollouts
• Develop frameworks for causal inference, impact measurement, and long-term product evaluation
• Build scalable data products, dashboards, data pipelines, and self-serve tools to empower teams across Whatnot
• Collaborate with engineering to improve data accessibility, ensure data quality, and support instrumentation for new features
• Advocate for a data-driven culture by promoting measurement best practices across the organization
• Communicate insights effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences to influence product roadmaps and strategic decisions
• Serve as a trusted thought partner to product leads, helping shape the development, launch, and iteration of platform experiences

Benefits

• Flexible time off policy and company-wide holidays, including spring and winter breaks
• Comprehensive health insurance options covering Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Support for remote work with a home office setup allowance
• Monthly stipends for cell phone and internet expenses
• Care benefits including wellness allowances and annual childcare support
• Lifetime family planning benefits such as adoption and fertility expenses
• Retirement plans including 401(k) with employer matching in the US, and pension plans internationally
• Monthly allowance to explore and test the Whatnot platform (dogfooding budget)
• Paid parental leave of 16 weeks, with a gradual return to work, aligned with local regulations

Equal Opportunity
Whatnot is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our innovation, culture, and overall success, and we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to join our team.