Senior Decision Scientist (Experimentation & Decision Enablement)
2 days ago• Scottsdale, AZ
Charlotte, NCDallas, TXMalvern, PA
Key Responsibilities
- Design and execute experiments to evaluate the impact of business and operational decisions
- Apply structured analytical approaches, including quasi-experimental methods where appropriate, to generate evidence in real-world settings
- Partner with stakeholders to identify high-impact opportunities for testing and learning, prioritizing where evidence will reduce decision uncertainty
- Input assumptions, parameters, and experimental findings into the decision product to inform model outputs
- Interpret decision outputs generated by the analytical engine and translate them into clear, actionable guidance for business users
- Communicate results, including implications, trade-offs, and uncertainty, in a way that builds trust and supports decision-making
- Partner with Data Scientists to ensure experimental insights and learnings are incorporated into the evolution of the analytical engine
- Ensure decision outputs are aligned to real-world workflows and are usable within business planning and operational contexts
- Balance statistical rigor with operational feasibility when designing and executing experiments
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Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience) in a quantitative field; advanced degree preferred
- Experience designing, executing, and analyzing experiments or structured analytical studies in business environments
- Familiarity with causal inference concepts, including quasi-experimental approaches, or demonstrated ability to develop these skills
- Strong understanding of experimental design, statistical inference, and measurement frameworks
- Proficiency in Python, R, or similar tools for data analysis
- Ability to interpret analytical outputs and translate them into actionable business insights
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision-making
- Comfort working in ambiguous, real-world environments where trade-offs between rigor and practicality must be managed
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Scottsdale, AZ, Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-178975
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-06-23T21:44:53
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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