Data Scientist III, Product, YouTube Shorts

YouTube is a global video-sharing platform owned by Google that serves billions of users worldwide.
$122,000 - $178,000
Data
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
AI

Description For Data Scientist III, Product, YouTube Shorts

YouTube, a Google company serving over a billion users worldwide, is seeking a Data Scientist III for their YouTube Shorts team. This role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking to drive data-driven decisions. As a Data Scientist, you'll be instrumental in extracting insights, performing statistical analysis, and solving complex business problems using tools like Python, R, and SQL.

The position offers an attractive compensation package ranging from $122,000 to $178,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Based in San Bruno, CA, you'll be part of a team that shapes the future of YouTube Shorts through data-driven insights and recommendations.

The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree in a quantitative field and 3+ years of experience in data analysis and coding. You'll be responsible for gathering and analyzing data, reporting KPIs to leadership, and translating analysis results into actionable business insights. This role requires both technical proficiency and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively to various stakeholders.

Working at YouTube means joining a dynamic environment where you'll help serve a global user base. You'll have the opportunity to influence product development decisions and build scalable analysis solutions. The role combines the stability of working for a tech giant with the excitement of contributing to one of the world's largest video platforms.

If you're passionate about data science, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to impact how millions of people consume short-form video content, this role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career while working on meaningful projects at scale.

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Responsibilities For Data Scientist III, Product, YouTube Shorts

  • Perform analysis utilizing relevant tools (SQL, R, Python), using comprehensive technical knowledge
  • Own the process of gathering, extracting, and compiling data across sources
  • Report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to support business reviews
  • Translate analysis results to business insights or product improvement opportunities
  • Provide insights and recommendations to influence product feature development decisions
  • Build and prototype analysis and business cases iteratively
  • Develop comprehensive knowledge of Google data structures and metrics

Requirements For Data Scientist III, Product, YouTube Shorts

Python
  • Master's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, Operations Research, Engineering, a related quantitative field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 3 years of experience with analysis applications and coding (e.g., Python, R, SQL)
  • English proficiency

Benefits For Data Scientist III, Product, YouTube Shorts

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits

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