About Gap Inc.
Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials.
This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team.
About the Role
As the Director of Data Science for Recommendations and E-Commerce AI at Gap Inc, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, vision, and direction to a high-performing team. You will lead the development and optimization of AI Systems that drive personalization for Gap’s digital business, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver personalized and engaging experiences for our customers.
What You'll Do
Strategic Leadership:
- Provide strategic direction for the development and evolution of an in-house Recommendation system.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to align data science strategies with overall business objectives.
- Own the roadmap for AI capabilities to drive Gap Inc.’s digital businesses.
Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of data scientists, ensuring a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and knowledge sharing.
Algorithm Development:
- Oversee the design, development, and implementation of advanced recommendation algorithms.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in search, recommendation systems, and E-Commerce Personalization.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and UX designers to integrate data-driven insights into the product development lifecycle.
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable data science initiatives.
Experimentation and Optimization:
- Drive continuous optimization efforts based on user feedback and performance metrics.
Communication:
- Communicate complex technical concepts and insights to non-technical stakeholders, providing regular updates on the performance of search and recommendation systems.
- Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership.
Who You Are
- Proven experience in leading data science teams with a focus on digital commerce and recommendation systems.
- Strong proficiency in Python
- Expertise in machine learning techniques, natural language processing, and recommendation algorithms
- Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence strategic decisions.
- Experience with deploying production AI systems with real time latency
- Proven people and team leadership
Benefits at Gap Inc.
- Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
- One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
- Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
- Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
- Employee stock purchase plan.*
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
- See more of the benefits we offer.
*For eligible employees
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
Salary Range: $201,700 - $267,300 USD
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.
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