The Staff Data Scientist role at Netflix focuses on setting the strategic direction for the Experimentation Platform (XP) and enhancing causal inference practices across the company. This position involves close collaboration with Data Science and Engineering teams to unify and modernize experimentation methodologies. The role emphasizes leadership in establishing standards and tools that support data scientists in their experimentation efforts. It requires a blend of technical expertise and cross-functional communication to influence and drive adoption of best practices.

• Advanced degree (PhD or Masters) in Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 8+ years of experience with statistics and causal inference in an experimentation context.
• Demonstrated track record of setting standards or building tools adopted across multiple teams or an entire organization.
• Deep, practical knowledge of experimentation pitfalls and how to guard against them at a program level.
• 5+ years experience with data science languages, ideally including Python and SQL.
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Help set the strategy for the Experimentation Platform, including UI design and user flows.
• Verify that XP allocates, logs, and processes data using valid, trustworthy causal inference methods.
• Act as a strategic thought partner for data science and engineering stakeholders across Netflix.
• Influence and evolve how Netflix performs experimentation at scale by setting standards for inference practices.
• Lead the consolidation of fragmented experimentation systems into a coherent, maintainable platform.
• Mentor and raise the bar for other team members working on or with the platform.

• Employees at Netflix are often offered flexible, people-first benefits—unlimited time away, generous parental leave, global family-forming support, mental-health programs (mindfulness, free counseling/coaching), and health coverage tailored by country. Financially, Netflix pays at personal top-of-market and lets employees choose their mix of cash vs. fully-vested 10-year stock options, alongside donation and volunteer matching. Convenience perks can include trust-based travel/expense policies, relocation support, and “Work, Not Drive” rideshare flexibility.