The Zebra · 1 day ago
Senior Product Manager - Data Science
Austin HQ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expThe Zebra is the nation’s leading independent insurance comparison site, dedicated to providing transparency and simplicity in insurance shopping. They are seeking a Senior Product Manager for Data Science to lead the development of data science and machine learning initiatives, transforming models into seamless customer experiences while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
InsuranceMarketplacePrice ComparisonSearch Engine
Responsibilities
Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for data science and machine learning initiatives
Translate business problems into well-scoped data science use cases and product requirements
Partner closely with data scientists, data engineers, and ML engineers to deliver models and data products end to end
Prioritize features, experiments, and model improvements based on impact, feasibility, and risk
Lead discovery efforts to identify opportunities where data science can create meaningful business value
Ensure models are production-ready, monitored, and continuously improved post-launch
Collaborate with engineering and platform teams on data infrastructure, tooling, and scalability
Communicate clearly with stakeholders on trade-offs, timelines, model performance, and outcomes
Define success metrics and evaluate product performance using quantitative and qualitative insights
Ensure responsible use of data, including privacy, fairness, and ethical considerations
Qualification
Required
3+ years experience in a consumer-facing product management or equivalent role
Experience working closely with engineers and designers in agile or scrum environments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex ideas for different audiences
Customer-first mindset with a passion for creating intuitive, impactful products
Proficiency in product tools like Jira, Confluence, Figma, and data tools like Looker, Amplitude, or similar
Preferred
Experience in insurance/insurtech is a plus; experience operating in a regulated industry (e.g., financial services, healthcare) is also strongly preferred
Benefits
Competitive Compensation & Stock Option Offering
Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages
End early Fridays (wrap up work at 2pm CST on Fridays!)
Sabbatical program for tenured employees
HSA offering + employer contribution
Fertility support through Carrot
$100 monthly wellness perk
$300 pet reimbursement program
401k with match
Unlimited PTO (paid time off)+ flexibility to enjoy it
Paid Parental Leave Program
Learning & Development Opportunities
Company
The Zebra
The Zebra is an online insurance comparison platform providing real-time rates and educational resources for various insurance types.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$258.63MKey Investors
HedosophiaAccelBallast Point Ventures
2024-08-06Series Unknown· $2.1M
2022-01-01Series Unknown
2021-04-12Series D· $150M
Leadership Team
Keith Melnick
CEO
Brett Little
Chief Financial Officer
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