Senior Data Science Manager – Notification Systems & User Engagement Platform | Remote-First Opportunity

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About arenaflex

Welcome to arenaflex, where we're on a mission to connect billions of people around the world through meaningful interactions and shared experiences. As a leader in digital innovation, arenaflex has grown to serve over 2.4 billion monthly active users globally, creating vibrant communities where individuals can express themselves, discover new interests, and build lasting connections.

Our Notification Systems team sits at the heart of this mission. We are responsible for ensuring that users receive timely, relevant, and valuable updates that enhance their daily experience on our platform. Every notification we send represents an opportunity to delight our users and strengthen their connection to the community they love.

We're currently seeking a talented and visionary Senior Data Science Manager to lead our Notification Systems data science team. This is a unique opportunity to shape how hundreds of millions of users receive information, drive meaningful engagement through data-driven insights, and build a world-class analytics organization from the ground up.

The Role

As the Senior Data Science Manager for Notification Systems at arenaflex, you will serve as a technical leader and mentor for a high-performing team of data scientists. You will be responsible for shaping our notification strategy through rigorous experimentation and precise analytical methodologies. This role offers the chance to work at the intersection of product development, user experience, and advanced analytics, where your insights will directly impact how millions of people interact with our platform every single day.

You will own the unified notifications platform, which encompasses push notifications, badging systems, email communications, SMS alerts, and other communication channels. Your leadership will ensure that every notification delivered meets our high standards for relevance, timing, and value—ultimately driving long-term user engagement and satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development: Maintain exceptional standards for analytical depth and product thinking within your team. Lead recruiting efforts to attract top-tier data science talent and provide ongoing mentorship to foster professional growth and technical excellence.


• Strategic Planning: Set clear goals and define key metrics to guide and prioritize product roadmap initiatives. Ensure alignment between team efforts and broader organizational objectives.


• Analysis & Experimentation: Lead comprehensive research studies to identify new product opportunities and shape overall product strategy. Design and execute A/B tests and causal inference experiments to validate hypotheses and measure impact.


• Opportunity Assessment: Size and evaluate potential opportunities to ensure product teams are working on the highest-impact projects. Translate complex data into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with engineering, product, design, and research teams to drive strategic initiatives. Build strong relationships with cross-functional leaders and influence product decisions through data-driven insights.


• Innovation & Learning: Execute high-priority learning initiatives and measurement strategies. Continuously improve analytical processes and methodologies across the organization.


• Executive Presence: Serve as a member of the core leadership team with direct accountability for the success and health of this product area. Present findings and recommendations to executive stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Economics, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, or equivalent practical experience.


• Experience: Minimum 3+ years of experience in Product Data Science with depth in experimentation design, execution, and analysis.


• Team Management: 3+ years of experience building and leading high-performing data science and analytics teams, including experience managing other managers.


• Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of predictive modeling, machine learning, and experimental/causal inference methodologies. Proficiency with large-scale data processing and analysis tools.


• Business Acumen: Demonstrated judgment in balancing practical business needs with analytical rigor. Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.


• Collaboration: Proven experience building and maintaining partnerships with cross-functional leaders in engineering, product, design, and research.


• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex analytical concepts to diverse audiences, from technical teams to executive stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a quantitative field such as Economics, Computer Science, Physics, or related discipline.


• Experience working with notification systems, messaging platforms, or consumer-facing communication products.


• Deep expertise in behavioral science and user psychology, with the ability to apply these principles to notification design.


• Experience with distributed computing systems and big data technologies.


• Background in social media, consumer technology, or marketplace platforms.


• Proven track record of driving measurable business impact through data science initiatives.

Skills & Competencies

To thrive in this role at arenaflex, you'll need to bring:

• Analytical Excellence: Strong statistical foundation with the ability to design robust experiments and derive meaningful insights from complex datasets.


• Product Sense: A natural curiosity about user behavior and the ability to translate data insights into product improvements that enhance user experience.


• Leadership Presence: The ability to inspire and motivate teams, provide constructive feedback, and foster a culture of excellence and continuous learning.


• Strategic Thinking: Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to synthesize multiple data sources into coherent narratives that drive strategic decisions.


• Communication Mastery: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor your message to different audiences and influence stakeholders at all levels.


• Technical Fluency: Strong coding skills in Python, R, or similar languages, with experience working with SQL and big data processing frameworks.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

At arenaflex, we believe in investing in our people and supporting their professional development. As a Senior Data Science Manager, you'll have access to:

• Leadership Development: Comprehensive programs designed to enhance your management and executive capabilities, including coaching, mentorship, and leadership workshops.


• Technical Advancement: Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in data science, machine learning, and experimentation.


• Cross-Functional Exposure: Regular collaboration with teams across the organization, providing broad exposure to different aspects of the business.


• Conference & Training: Support for attending industry conferences, pursuing advanced certifications, and participating in internal technical talks and knowledge-sharing sessions.


• Career Pathways: Clear progression pathways for both technical and leadership tracks, with the flexibility to explore different directions based on your interests and strengths.

Work Environment & Culture

arenaflex offers a dynamic, mission-driven work environment where innovation and collaboration are celebrated. Our culture is built on several core principles that guide how we work together:

• Mission-Driven: We tackle complex challenges with a focus on creating meaningful impact for our users and communities.


• Boldness & Innovation: We encourage calculated risk-taking and creative problem-solving, supporting teams that push boundaries and challenge the status quo.


• Transparency: Open communication and honest feedback are foundational to how we operate.


• Work-Life Balance: We support flexible work arrangements and prioritize employee well-being through comprehensive wellness programs.


• Diversity & Inclusion: We believe that diverse teams build better products. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive compensation packages designed to attract and retain top talent. The hourly rate for this position is $27/hour, with opportunities for overtime and performance-based bonuses. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.


• Flexible paid time off and parental leave.


• Professional development budget and learning resources.


• Remote work flexibility and home office stipend.


• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.


• Stock options or equity participation programs.

Location

This position is based in New York, USA, with flexibility for remote work arrangements. We maintain robust virtual collaboration tools and processes to support our distributed workforce.

Join Us

If you're passionate about leveraging data science to create meaningful user experiences, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make a real impact at scale, we'd love to hear from you. At arenaflex, you'll work alongside world-class engineers, product managers, and data scientists who share your commitment to excellence and innovation.

This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to shape the future of digital communication and help billions of people stay connected to what matters most. Bring your curiosity, expertise, and leadership to arenaflex, and help us build something extraordinary together.

We can't wait to see what you'll accomplish.