Data Scientist

The Data Scientist is responsible for analyzing large-scale datasets and developing predictive models to optimize user engagement and retention in our mobile applications. This role works cross-functionally with Product and Engineering teams to optimize user retention and mobile app performance by supporting data-driven decision-making. This role combines technical data science experience, knowledge of mobile app metrics, and experience in BigQuery to help optimize user experiences and support data-driven growth. The Data Scientist provides data solutions that equip teams and ministries to further Life.Church’s mission and to reach people for Christ.

YouVersion was created by the local church in 2007 and remains a ministry of Life.Church today. At Life.Church, our mission is to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. Our team is committed to reaching people worldwide through innovative technology. And YouVersion is one of the ways we get to do that. Life.Church is a multi-site Christian church meeting in the United States and globally at Life.Church Online.

We wholeheartedly believe a daily rhythm of seeking intimacy with God has the power to transform lives. That’s why YouVersion creates biblically-based experiences that encourage and challenge people to seek God. We hope everyone in our community is on an active journey to become who God made them to be, abiding in Him, and drawing closer every day.

The Data Scientist is responsible for analyzing large-scale datasets and developing predictive models to optimize user engagement and retention in our mobile applications. This role works cross-functionally with Product and Engineering teams to optimize user retention and mobile app performance by supporting data-driven decision-making. This role combines technical data science experience, knowledge of mobile app metrics, and experience in BigQuery to help optimize user experiences and support data-driven growth. The Data Scientist provides data solutions that equip teams and ministries to further Life.Church’s mission and to reach people for Christ.

YouVersion was created by the local church in 2007 and remains a ministry of Life.Church today. At Life.Church, our mission is to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. Our team is committed to reaching people worldwide through innovative technology. And YouVersion is one of the ways we get to do that. Life.Church is a multi-site Christian church meeting in the United States and globally at Life.Church Online.

We wholeheartedly believe a daily rhythm of seeking intimacy with God has the power to transform lives. That’s why YouVersion creates biblically-based experiences that encourage and challenge people to seek God. We hope everyone in our community is on an active journey to become who God made them to be, abiding in Him, and drawing closer every day.

What You’ll Do

Analyze data and develop data-driven solutions.

• Analyze user behavior, engagement, and app performance using BigQuery.

• Develop metrics and KPIs to monitor user acquisition, retention, and in-app behaviors.

• Conduct funnel analysis, cohort analysis, and segmentation studies to uncover growth opportunities.

• Support the development of predictive models to improve app personalization, content recommendations, and ad targeting.

• Assist in modeling churn prediction, user segmentation, and LTV estimation.

• Utilize BigQuery ML and other cloud-based tools to deploy models efficiently.

• Participate in the design and analysis of A/B tests for new features and marketing strategies.

• Apply statistical techniques to interpret results and draw conclusions.

Collaborate with YouVersion teams and communicate data findings.

• Collaborate with teams to implement experimentation best practices.

• Collaborate with Data Engineers to maintain ETL pipelines and ensure data quality.

• Support data validation and standardization processes for mobile app datasets.

• Build dashboards and reports using tools like Looker or Tableau to communicate findings.

• Present analytical insights and recommendations to product and marketing stakeholders.

Skills Needed to Succeed

• Ability to self-motivate, make independent decisions, and solve problems with innovation.

• Effective at multi-tasking and time management to meet strict deadlines while remaining flexible and open to change.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to clearly explain complicated processes and foster partnerships.

• Effective at process and organizational management to coordinate, structure, and provide vision to projects.

• Strong leadership skills and understanding of developing and guiding others.

• Familiarity with visualization tools such as Looker, Tableau, or Google Data Studio.

• Understanding of mobile app analytics, including metrics related to engagement and retention.

• Exposure to app tracking tools like Firebase, Adjust, or AppsFlyer.

• Exposure to additional Google Cloud tools (e.g., Dataflow, Pub/Sub) preferred.

• Knowledge of experimental design, causal inference, or mobile marketing analytics preferred.Interest in app store optimization (ASO) and growth experimentation preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or related field, Master’s degree preferred.

• 2-4 years of experience in data science or analytics, mobile app data experience preferred.

• Proficiency with Google BigQuery and SQL.

• Experience with Python or R for data analysis and machine learning.

Benefits We Offer
Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
Generous employer-paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons. 
Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health. 
Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase. 
Short-Term and Long-Term disability is covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members.
Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health.
Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5% (including employee contribution, employer match, and employer discretionary contribution) contributed into their account in their first year. It doesn’t stop there—the more years on staff, the greater the investment! 
$160 annually in development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth. 
Casual dress and work environment.
And much more!

Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity
At Life.Church, every staff member, and intern is a minister and is expected to engage in the church's ministry fully. We consider ministry readiness and an individual’s capacity to represent Life.Church’s beliefs as a minister during the selection process for all staff and intern positions. An essential function within every position held by a staff member or intern at Life.Church is to uphold and represent the beliefs of Life.Church. Learn more about what we believe at Life.Church.

While we unite around our mission, we know unity doesn’t mean uniformity. Our calling is too great, and our mission is too important not to be intentional about strengthening our team through diversity. We know that diverse perspectives in race, ethnicity, background, age, and gender are essential to reaching the world for Christ. To learn more about how we strengthen our team through diversity, visit our careers page.

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