At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead data science strategy and drive innovative AI projects for product enhancement.
- Company: Join Tripadvisor, a leader in travel experiences and data-driven solutions.
- Benefits: Remote work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with mentorship opportunities and a focus on continuous learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on travel experiences using cutting-edge data science and AI.
- Qualifications: Expertise in Python, SQL, and advanced analytics; leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 £ per year.
About Tripadvisor: The Tripadvisor Group connects people to experiences worth sharing and aims to be the world's most trusted source for travel and experiences. We leverage our brands, technology, and capabilities to connect our global audience with partners through rich content, travel guidance, and two-sided marketplaces for experiences, accommodations, restaurants, and other travel categories.
About the Role: As a Principal Product Data Scientist, you will operate as the most senior technical leader in the Product Data Science function. You will lead and define the Data Science strategy for Product, ensuring that advanced analytics, data science, and AI methodologies are central to how we build great products and improve customer experiences.
- Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior Product and Engineering leadership, ensuring that data-driven decision making is embedded at the highest levels of the organization.
- Drive the development and adoption of next-generation data science tooling, platforms, and frameworks, with a focus on automation, scalability, and reproducibility.
- Spearhead the exploration and integration of emerging AI technologies, such as Agentic AI and AI Agents, identifying and developing high-impact use cases from POC to production.
- Take ownership of the most complex, high-profile analytical projects, translating ambiguous questions into clear, actionable recommendations that deliver commercial and customer value.
- Mentor, coach, and develop other Data Scientists and Analysts, fostering a culture of critical thinking, continuous learning, and technical excellence.
- Lead initiatives to scale impact through automation, self-service, and democratization of data science capabilities.
- Communicate complex analytical and technical concepts to diverse audiences, influencing stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Design, and Commercial teams.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in data science or a similar quantitative role, with a proven track record of supporting and influencing a product organization.
- Expert Level proficiency in Python and SQL.
- Deep, hands-on experience with statistical modeling, (quasi) experimentation, multi-arm bandit, and a wide range of machine learning techniques.
- Experience scaling analytics capabilities, driving impact through the creation of automated processes, self-service tools, or data products.
- Outstanding leadership skills, with experience in mentoring, coaching, and developing teams of analysts or data scientists.
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering, Physics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
- Advanced programming background with the ability to build simulations and prototype data products.
- Demonstrated experience with applied AI, such as NLP, Large Language Models (LLMs), or Agentic AI for analytics.
- Experience working within a two-sided marketplace, e-commerce, or the travel technology industry.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please make sure to reach out to your individual recruiter or our team at AccessibleRecruiting@tripadvisor.
Principal Data Scientist (Remote) in London employer: TripAdvisor
At Tripadvisor/Bókun, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to take ownership of their roles. As a Business Development Manager, you'll benefit from extensive professional growth opportunities, collaborative cross-functional teams, and the chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly expanding environment. Our remote work flexibility allows you to thrive while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
