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Zillow

Principal Data Scientist - Rentals Shopping

Zillow

Remote-USA · Remote · full time · Principal

$169,300 – $284,700

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What this role is

Lead data science strategy for Zillow's rental marketplace, partnering with product leadership to identify growth opportunities and drive high-impact features through rigorous analysis and experimentation. This role suits experienced quantitative researchers who thrive in fast-moving consumer tech environments and want to influence product direction at scale.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Ph.D. or Master's degree in quantitative field or equivalent practical experience
  • 8+ years experience in quantitative analysis, advanced modeling, and experimentation at scale in consumer-facing technology
  • Expert proficiency in SQL and Python
  • Experience with statistical modeling techniques in big data environments
  • Proven track record of shaping product roadmaps and driving business outcomes with data-driven insights
  • Ability to influence senior cross-functional leaders and translate complex analysis into actionable recommendations
  • Comfortable leading with autonomy in complex business areas

Nice to have

  • Experience applying modern AI including LLMs and agentic workflows
  • Background in causal inference or advanced time series modeling
  • Non-traditional background or transferable skills from adjacent fields

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