The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows. They are seeking a Data Scientist to join the Experimentation & Causal Inference team, where the role will involve transforming complex data into actionable insights to optimize the subscriber journey. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to design experiments and develop models that drive measurable business outcomes.
Design and lead A/B tests and geo experiments from hypothesis to recommendation
Apply causal inference methodologies such as difference-in-differences, instrumental variables, and quasi-experimental designs to extract insights from observational data
Translate findings into clear, impactful recommendations for cross-functional stakeholders
Build scalable experimentation and analysis pipelines that can be leveraged across multiple products and teams
Present results to executive stakeholders and communicate complex statistical concepts in a compelling and accessible way
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in Python and strong SQL skills for working with large datasets
Experience designing and analyzing A/B and geo experiments
Familiarity with causal inference techniques such as difference-in-differences and instrumental variables
Applied knowledge of statistical methods and predictive modeling
Ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights
Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams
Bachelor’s degree in advanced Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience
Preferred
Prior experience supporting a direct-to-consumer or subscription-based digital product
Familiarity with distributed computing frameworks and tools such as Spark, Scala, or Hadoop
Hands-on experience with modern data platforms and tools such as Databricks, Snowflake, Redshift, Jupyter, or Airflow
Benefit
Bonus
Long-term incentive units
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
