Business Data Scientist – Impact Measurement & Causal Inference Specialist | Remote Opportunity at arenaflex

About arenaflex

Welcome to arenaflex – a global technology leader committed to organizing the world's information and making it universally accessible and valuable. At arenaflex, we believe in the power of data to transform businesses, communities, and lives. Our mission extends far beyond search; we innovate across advertising, cloud computing, enterprise solutions, and consumer products to create meaningful impact on a global scale. Our remote-first culture empowers talented professionals like you to contribute to groundbreaking projects from anywhere in the United States, including the great state of Maine.

When you join arenaflex, you become part of a dynamic ecosystem where curiosity is celebrated, innovation is expected, and collaboration transcends boundaries. Our remote workforce represents the best and brightest minds from diverse backgrounds, all united by a shared passion for solving complex problems and creating technology that improves lives. We offer the flexibility to work from your preferred location while maintaining deep connections with teams across continents.

The Role: Business Data Scientist – Impact Measurement

Are you passionate about transforming raw data into actionable business insights? Do you thrive on uncovering causal relationships that drive strategic decision-making? We are seeking a talented Business Data Scientist to join our Impact Measurement team within the YouTube Business Strategy and Operations group. This is a fully remote position that offers the opportunity to work with one of the world's most innovative companies while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

As a Business Data Scientist at arenaflex, you will serve as a critical bridge between data and decision-making. Your work will directly influence how YouTube – one of arenaflex's most impactful products – makes strategic decisions that affect billions of users worldwide. You will translate ambiguous business questions into rigorous analytical frameworks, design research studies to answer those questions, and communicate findings to executive stakeholders with clarity and transparency about uncertainty and assumptions.

What You'll Do

The Impact Measurement group within YouTube's Business Strategy and Operations team is responsible for driving data-informed decision-making across the organization. This team combines deep strategic, operational, and problem-solving capabilities with practical experience in executing complex analytical initiatives. As a Business Data Scientist on this team, you will:

• Design and Lead Research Studies: Develop and execute rigorous research projects with the clear goal of answering high-impact business questions. You will formulate hypotheses, select appropriate methodological approaches, and ensure analytical integrity throughout the research lifecycle.
• Extract and Analyze Data: Pull data from large datasets using SQL and apply statistical analysis techniques using tools such as R, SAS, Stata, or MATLAB. You will clean, transform, and validate data to ensure accuracy and reliability in your analyses.
• Communicate Insights Effectively: Present actionable insights and recommendations to executives, business leaders, and cross-functional partners. You will translate complex statistical findings into clear, compelling narratives that drive strategic decisions.
• Conduct Peer Review: Serve as a peer-reviewer and representative for causal research designed by other teams, ensuring methodological rigor and analytical best practices across the organization.
• Stay Current with Advancements: Remain updated with advances in the causal inference literature and develop new techniques when appropriate. You will bring cutting-edge methodologies to bear on business challenges.
• Translate Business Questions: Work with stakeholders to transform vague business questions into concrete analytical frameworks, defining success metrics and research approaches that align with organizational objectives.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

We're looking for candidates who bring a strong foundation in quantitative methods and a passion for applying data science to real-world business challenges:

• Educational Background: A Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Applied Data Science, Machine Learning, or equivalent practical experience. Your academic training should have provided you with a solid foundation in statistical methodology and analytical techniques.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with articulating business and product questions, and pulling data from datasets using SQL. You should be comfortable writing complex queries to extract the data you need for analysis.
• Statistical Tools Expertise: Experience using statistical tools and programming languages such as R, SAS, Stata, or MATLAB for data analysis. You should be proficient in applying statistical methods to answer business questions.
• Analytical Experience: Internship or professional experience with data evaluation, demonstrating your ability to translate data into meaningful insights.
• Communication Skills: The ability to communicate findings to non-technical audiences while being transparent about uncertainty and the assumptions used in your analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, the following experiences would strengthen your application and help you excel in this role:

• Experience with Bayesian hierarchical models, Bayesian Additive Regression Trees (BART), Bayesian Causal Forest (BCF), Gaussian Processes, and Synthetic Control techniques for causal inference.
• Experience designing and analyzing randomized controlled trials (RCTs), including sample size determination, randomization procedures, and statistical analysis plans.
• Experience designing and analyzing causal research using observational data, including difference-in-differences, regression discontinuity, and instrumental variables approaches.
• Advanced experience with statistical data analysis including linear models, multivariate analysis, stochastic models, and sampling techniques.
• Experience with machine learning approaches for prediction and inference tasks.
• Background in media, technology, or entertainment industry analytics.

Why This Role Matters

The YouTube Business Strategy and Operations group is responsible for driving all go-to-market capabilities for the YouTube Business Organization, including strategy and business operations, analytics and data science, partnership enablement, and product activation. This group shapes go-to-market priorities to accelerate growth and support the business accordingly, improves capabilities and competencies to support execution of business priorities, drives performance across business operations, and builds great go-to-market infrastructure including data, reports, and dashboards.

As a Business Data Scientist on the Impact Measurement team, you will have a direct influence on how YouTube allocates resources, develops products, and serves its vast user community. Your analytical work will help decision-makers understand the true impact of various initiatives and investments, ensuring that resources are directed toward the most value-creating opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

At arenaflex, we believe in rewarding exceptional talent with competitive compensation. The US base salary range for this full-time role is $124,000 – $182,000 plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by position, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries across all US locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

When you join arenaflex, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, including mental health support and wellness programs.
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) matching, equity participation, and life insurance to help you build long-term financial security.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off including vacation, personal days, and parental leave to support work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Access to learning resources, conferences, training programs, and tuition reimbursement to help you grow professionally.
• Remote Work Perks: Home office stipends, equipment allowances, and flexible work arrangements to make remote work comfortable and productive.
• Inclusive Culture: Participation in employee resource groups, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and community engagement programs.

The arenaflex Remote Work Advantage

Joining arenaflex as a remote employee offers numerous key advantages, reflecting our commitment to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment:

• Flexibility: Remote work provides the flexibility to manage your work schedule and location, allowing for better work-life balance and the ability to work from any region with a strong internet connection – including the beautiful state of Maine.
• Global Opportunities: Our remote work options open up possibilities to collaborate with diverse teams and professionals from various locations worldwide, enabling you to engage with international colleagues and expand your professional network.
• Reduced Commute: Eliminating the need for daily commute saves time and reduces stress associated with traveling to and from an office, contributing to improved productivity and overall well-being.
• Autonomy and Independence: Remote work promotes a sense of ownership, allowing you to take responsibility for your work and manage your tasks independently while aligning with organizational goals and values.
• Technology Integration: arenaflex provides remote employees with access to cutting-edge technology and collaboration tools, facilitating seamless teamwork and ensuring you have the resources needed to excel in your role.
• Professional Development: Despite working remotely, arenaflex emphasizes professional development and growth, offering opportunities for skill-building, education programs, and career advancement initiatives.
• Workplace Wellness: We understand the importance of employee well-being, providing resources and support for remote workers to maintain a healthy work-life balance and access wellness programs that promote physical and mental health.
• Collaboration Tools: We provide access to collaborative platforms and tools that enable effective communication, project management, and teamwork, fostering a cohesive remote operating environment.
• Inclusive Work Culture: arenaflex fosters an inclusive work culture that values diversity, equality, and inclusion, ensuring that remote employees have equal opportunities to contribute to the company's mission and success from any location.
• Brand Prestige and Impact: Joining arenaflex offers the opportunity to be part of a prestigious brand known for its innovation, technological advancements, and commitment to creating a positive impact on a global scale.

Join Our Team

If you're ready to make an impact, grow your career, and work with a world-class team, we encourage you to apply for this position. At arenaflex, we value curiosity, collaboration, and the courage to tackle problems that affect billions of people. Your analytical skills and passion for data-driven decision-making can help shape the future of digital media and entertainment.

This is a full-time remote position based in Maine, USA. We are excited to welcome talented individuals who are ready to contribute to our mission of organizing the world's information and making it universally accessible and valuable. Bring your expertise, creativity, and drive to arenaflex, and help us build products and services that make a difference in people's lives every day.

We look forward to receiving your application and learning how your skills and experience can contribute to our team's success!