Data Science Manager

Deliveroo is transforming the way people shop and eat. Our Data Science organisation sits at the heart of Deliveroo, powering decision-making across product, commercial and operational teams through experimentation, causal inference and applied machine learning.

• Own the analytical direction and measurable impact of a defined area within Merchants, while leading and developing a team of approximately four to seven data scientists.
• Help shape the team’s growth, build a high-performing team and bring structure to a fast-moving and ambiguous environment.
• Identify high-value problems, guide the team’s analytical approach and ensure the work drives clear product, operational or commercial decisions.
• Partner closely with senior stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Strategy, Operations and Commercial to shape priorities, make trade-offs and focus on the highest-impact areas.
• Spend meaningful time on technical involvement, getting into the detail and unblocking work, while prioritising people leadership and strategic direction.
• Maintain high analytical standards, delegate effectively and support team development through coaching and feedback.

• Experience line managing data scientists and developing high-performing teams.
• A strong background as a senior data science individual contributor.
• Expertise in experimentation, causal inference or applied machine learning.
• The ability to guide technical work and translate data science into product, operational or commercial decisions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence working with senior leaders.
• The ability to bring structure to ambiguity, prioritise effectively and shape a clear roadmap.
• Experience working with merchants, marketplaces, restaurants, grocery, retail or B2B products would be valuable, but is not essential.

• This role is based in London and sits within the wider Merchants Data Science team.
• You’ll report to a Senior Data Science Manager and partner closely with Product, Engineering, Strategy, Operations and Commercial teams.