Data Scientist

About Foursquare

Foursquare is the leading independent location technology and data cloud platform, helping businesses connect the digital and physical worlds with precision and purpose. Our products power everything from market analytics to targeted experiences, relied on by some of the world’s most iconic brands.

But what makes Foursquare truly special is how we work. We're a team of builders, problem-solvers, and collaborators who care deeply about impact – both in the products we ship and the way we show up for each other. Great outcomes come from strong collaboration and shared ownership, and we believe growth happens through real challenges – whether that’s leveling up a skill, tackling unfamiliar problems, or pushing a project forward in a new way. If you're excited by cutting-edge tech and a culture that values both autonomy and teamwork, you’ll thrive here.

About the Position

Foursquare is looking for a Data Scientist to join our team in our  Seattle office; on a hybrid schedule of Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable in a fluid start-up environment and will bring an energetic, fun, and creative approach to their work. They should be a motivated self-starter with exceptional analytic and problem-solving skills. Industry experience in predictive modeling, data science and strategic analytics with large datasets is preferred. We're eager to meet those who are interested in location-based services, learning new skills on an advanced platform, and pushing out tons of high quality work quickly.

Our engineering organization has transitioned to a performance system that prioritizes experience, skills, and impact over traditional hierarchy. By simplifying titles and focusing on market-based levels , we aim to cultivate a high-performing, team-based environment where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. While our titles no longer include conventional levels like 'Senior' or 'Director,' we expect all members of our Engineering organization to embrace principled thinking and truth-seeking as we work together to pursue the best ideas and solutions for our business.

We understand that this philosophy may not be for everyone, but we'd love for you to apply if this collaborative way of working resonates with you.

In this role you'll

• Leverage Foursquare’s unique foot traffic and location data to develop strategic insights and innovative applications.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and sales teams to optimize B2B products and improve overall product quality.
• Design and implement algorithms, models, and analytics workflows using SQL, Python / PySpark, and machine learning techniques.
• Translate complex data science methodologies into clear, actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders and clients.
• Work hands-on with large-scale, geospatial datasets in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
• Continuously experiment with emerging tools, methods, and models to push the boundaries of what’s possible with location-based data.

What you'll need

Perks and benefits

At Foursquare, we’re committed to offering competitive pay and benefits that reflect market standards and the unique strengths each candidate brings. Actual compensation is based on a variety of factors, including skills, experience, and office location. We also regularly review our compensation practices to ensure fairness, equity, and alignment with evolving market trends.

The estimated annual total cash compensation range for this role is $120,000 - $180,000. While final offers may vary slightly based on individual qualifications, we aim to stay within this published range to support pay equity and transparency across the organization.

Salary is just one part of our total compensation package, which also includes restricted stock units, comprehensive health insurance options, and a wide range of benefits.

Things to know…

Foursquare is proud to foster an inclusive environment that is free from discrimination. We strongly believe in order to build the best products, we need a diversity of perspectives and backgrounds. This leads to a more delightful experience for our users and team members. We value listening to every voice and we encourage everyone to come be a part of building a company and products we love.

Foursquare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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