About the job
About Thumbtack
Thumbtack helps millions of people manage home projects with confidence. Our platform connects homeowners with local service providers for everything from urgent repairs to large renovations. With over 300,000 businesses in our network, we support users in finding the right professionals at the right time. Thumbtack’s tools, including AI-powered features, aim to make every step of the hiring process easier and more personalized.
The Data Science Team
Thumbtack’s Data Science team plays a central role in guiding business decisions through analytics. Team members work closely with departments like Partnerships, Business Development, Commercial Programs, Sales, Support Operations, and Trust and Safety. The group tackles challenges such as pricing strategies and evaluating new business models. Collaboration and curiosity drive the team, with a focus on learning and supporting each other’s growth.
Role Overview: Data Scientist II – Partnerships and Commercial Programs
This position sits within the Operations Data Science team. The Data Scientist II partners with product and operations leaders to shape strategy for Partnerships and Commercial Programs. The work centers on supporting the Business Development team by analyzing data to drive successful partnerships and integrations.
Projects may include:
- Measuring and optimizing third-party platform integrations, such as demand-side APIs that help homeowners connect with professionals and supply-side FSM integrations for service pros managing leads
- Supporting other Commercial Programs, including Refund Operations or Category Management, as priorities shift
- Building and integrating AI-driven data products and tools to improve team workflows, speed up analysis, and expand capabilities
- Experimenting with new technologies like Claude Code to enhance operations
- Evaluating and measuring the impact of new partnerships and business initiatives
- Designing new processes from the ground up
The role involves regular collaboration with Data Engineering, Marketing, and Engineering partners to ensure project success. Flexibility and a willingness to explore new solutions are key.
Location
This is a remote position based in Ontario.
