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Data Science Manager

AT Meta
Meta

Data Science Manager

Austin, TX

We are seeking experienced Managers of Data Science to lead Data Science teams that drive strategic insights, operational support and data foundations across multiple domains that merge AI solutions (e.g., AI Agents, LLM-generated labels for model training and evals, LLM-based content moderation) and Human-provided solutions (e.g., Customer Support Agents, Human-generated labels for training and evals, and Human-driven content moderation). In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing a data strategy for evaluating model and human performance against incoming requirements, inclusive of quality, speed, and cost dimensions. You'll be critical to driving customer satisfaction, protecting voice, reducing harm, retaining millions of users and billions in revenue, and driving down operational costs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, design experiments, and help develop AI and automation solutions.

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Data Science Manager Responsibilities:
  • Labeling spend management: Inform and drive multi-billion spend management and optimizations
  • develop and execute a comprehensive data science strategy that aligns with the organization's overall goals and objectives
  • Labeling delivery performance: Inform and drive labeling performance improvements and optimizations in an evolving mix of AI-generated labels and Human-generated labels
  • Customer support performance: Inform and drive customer support performance improvements and optimizations in an evolving mix of AI Agents and Human Agents
  • develop and execute a comprehensive data science strategy for evolving the role of AI and human experts in providing industry leading customer support
  • High Data Science Bar: Grow and manage a high-performing Data Science team that remains agile and impactful under a high degree of uncertainty during technological transformations
  • Collaboration: Collaborate closely with Directors and VP level stakeholders in a highly-matrixed organization dynamics
Minimum Qualifications:
  • BS degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., statistics, operations research, econometrics, computer science, engineering), or BS/MS in a quantitative discipline with equivalent working experience
  • A minimum of 7 years of work experience (3+ years with a Ph.D.) in applied quantitative field, including + years of experience managing analytics teams
  • 7+ years of experience in a team leadership role, including 2+ years of experience with people management through layers
  • Experience communicating both in low-level technical details as well as high-level strategies
  • Experience in cross-functional partnership among teams of Engineering, Design, Product Management, Data Engineering
  • Experience with driving product roadmap and execution
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Expertise in AI Agentic solutions, LLM performance and evals
  • Interest in an ecosystem role that will encompass a well-defined but broad set of initiatives (e.g., budget management, operational efficiency, and customer support performance)
  • Communication skills in VP-level leadership forums
About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

$206,000/year to $281,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Client-provided location(s): Austin, TX, USA
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2alqMAB_1001
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program

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