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Senior Data Scientist, Growth

QuincePalo Alto, California, United StatesData Science
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
20 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Quince is hiring a Senior Data Scientist, Growth in Palo Alto to oversee machine-driven decision engines and automated bidding infrastructure. This high-impact position is ideal for an experienced machine learning professional eager to shape global performance marketing strategies in a fast-paced retail environment.

Role Overview

In this position, the professional operates as an independent individual contributor with 0-to-1 autonomy to construct end-to-end production models. The work directly influences global performance marketing spend across numerous business units. The role offers direct exposure to executive leadership, providing a measurable view of how technical execution impacts financial results.

Key Responsibilities

Build and optimize core automated bidding infrastructure and allocation algorithms to maximize advertising return on investment.
Develop end-to-end production machine learning models from initial concept to deployment.
Design and productionalize autonomous models and data pipelines that automate operational workflows and boost marketing spend efficiency.
Manage ad platform integrations, handle bidding automation, and streamline complex marketing technology workflows.
Create automated processes for design and creative production.
Tackle loosely defined optimization and statistical problems within complex systems independently.
Collaborate across marketing, product, and data science teams while maintaining visibility with leadership.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of overall technical experience, featuring at least 1 year gained in a corporate or industry setting.
Technical proficiency in Python and SQL.
Proven background working independently as a Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, or ML Researcher with hands-on deployment of live production models.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities focused on complex optimization and statistical challenges.
Effective communication and collaboration abilities to work alongside cross-functional partners and executives.
Capability to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial setting with lean supporting infrastructure.

Nice to Have

Direct domain experience in ad tech infrastructure, programmatic bidding optimization, automated campaign management, or digital advertising.
Background within direct-to-consumer, e-commerce, or retail environments, especially owning pipelines for real-time pricing or user attribution.
Practical engineering exposure to large language models like Claude and working within vector spaces.

Skills and Tools

Python
SQL
Machine Learning Model Deployment
Production Data Pipelines
Automated Bidding Infrastructure

Salary and Benefits

Base salary range is $171,000 to $198,000 USD, varying based on experience level and location.
Eligible roles may receive bonus and equity compensation.

About the Company

Quince operates a unique manufacturer-to-consumer model that eliminates traditional retail layers to provide high-quality essentials at low prices. The company values innovation, questioning conventional thinking, and moving rapidly to solve challenging problems across apparel, accessories, and home goods.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

PythonSQL

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Senior Data Scientist, Growth position?

The base salary range spans from $171,000 to $198,000 USD, with exact amounts varying by experience and location. Eligible roles may also include bonus and equity.

Where is this job located?

The position is based in Palo Alto, California.

What technical programming languages are required?

Applicants must demonstrate technical proficiency in Python and SQL.

How much experience is required to apply?

Candidates need at least 2 years of technical experience, including a minimum of 1 year in a corporate or industry setting.

What business areas does this role support?

This role supports global performance marketing spend across over 40 business units through automated bidding infrastructure and allocation algorithms.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Quince careers page.

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