Applied Scientist- Pricing, Dynamic Pricing & Offer Selection

Lyft

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San Francisco, CA Posted 111 days ago $140,800–$176,000 / year
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As an Applied Scientist specializing in Machine Learning and Operations Research on Lyft’s Pricing team, you will develop sophisticated mathematical models to determine optimal prices and ETAs for rideshare products. Your daily tasks include collaborating with Data Scientists, Engineers, Product Managers, and Business Partners to frame complex problems mathematically and implement production-grade ML and optimization models that can handle millions of calls per day. You will also build custom methods and tooling beyond off-the-shelf libraries, perform data analysis, and establish metrics to monitor system health and impact on user outcomes. This role requires a strong background in machine learning methodologies, experience with building and evaluating optimization or ML models, and the ability to balance complexity and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Python SQL MachineLearning OptimizationModels CI/CD AWS Docker Kubernetes Terraform Prometheus Grafana Git Scikit-learn TensorFlow PyTorch PostgreSQL MLOps

What you'll do

  • Develop mathematical models and algorithms to determine optimal prices and ETAs in real-time.
  • Build production-grade ML and optimization models that scale to millions of calls daily.
  • Design custom methods and tooling beyond off-the-shelf libraries for complex problems.
  • Evaluate machine learning systems against business goals and ensure robustness in live systems.
  • Establish metrics and methodologies to monitor product health and impact on user outcomes.

What we're looking for

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Operations Research, Statistics, Computer Science, or related quantitative fields.
  • 2+ years of experience developing algorithms in a technology company setting.
  • Proven ability to build and evaluate machine learning and optimization models.
  • Strong skills in data analysis, model deployment, and system robustness.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineers and product managers.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication for problem-solving collaboration.

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Competitive pay

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $172k
This role $158k
$128k most similar roles pay here $216k

This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $136,250–$207,512 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $158k versus about $172k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Lyft

Lyft is a transportation network company offering ride-hailing services across the US and Canada.

Lyft currently has 31 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,000–$185,000 across 31 roles with salary data.

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