Data Scientist

About CitizenCitizen is the #1 public safety app in the US, used by over 15 million people across 60+ U. S. cities to stay safe and informed in real time. Every alert is sourced directly from verified 911 data or live user reports. People have used Citizen to evacuate from fires, recover missing children, and get emergency help in under two minutes. We offer three core products:Citizen (free): Real-time alerts, live incident maps, and community broadcastsPlus ($6/mo): Adds police scanners, crime stats, and customizable alert zonesPremium ($20/mo): Connects users 24/7 to a trained safety agent who can track them, contact emergency services, and alert loved onesOur mission is simple: Protect the World. We're building the first global safety network where people protect each other — instantly and transparently. We've raised $100M+ from Founders Fund, 8VC, and Greycroft, and we're hiring builders who want to work on problems that matter. About the RoleAs a Data Scientist, you will be a key partner and data steward to product managers, engineers, and designers, driving data-informed decision-making across the Citizen experience to improve users’ safety. You’ll be responsible for uncovering actionable insights, measuring feature impact, and advocating for best practices surrounding data. This is a hands-on role that blends analytics rigor with strong product intuition and a passion for improving user experience through data. Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze user behavior and product usage to identify trends and opportunities for product growth and engagementEffectively translate data into clear, actionable recommendations to define the product roadmap and to make feature improvement decisionsPartner with Product, Engineering, and Design to guide strategic decisionsDesign and analyze experiments to measure feature impact and recommend ship decisionsAdvocate for best practices in data usage, experimentation, and metrics reporting to ensure accuracy and reliabilityBuild data pipelines and develop dashboards and self-service tools to aid stakeholdersQualifications & SkillsRequired:2–4 years of experience in a data science or product analytics role. Proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting language (e.g., Python or R). Strong understanding of statistical analysis, causal inference, and experimentation designExperience with BI tools (e.g. Tableau, Sigma) and data platforms (e.g., Bigquery)Preferred (Nice-to-Have):Understanding of data modeling and ETL pipelines. Previous experience as Product DS working on product driven start-upsMaster's or Ph. D. Degree in a quantitative fieldSalary RangeThis role offers a base salary of $150,000–$175,000 per year, plus equity. Compensation & BenefitsWe offer competitive salary, equity, and a full benefits package, including:100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for employeesUnlimited PTOUp to 14 weeks paid parental leave (for all parents)Monthly tech stipendFree mental health supportHybrid work environment + catered lunches (NYC HQ)Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at CitizenCitizen is an equal opportunity employer. We’re building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve — across race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, and background. We know that diverse teams make better decisions and build more effective products. If you don’t meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Skills, potential, and lived experience matter. Originally posted on Himalayas Apply To this Job