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Political Data Science Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Engagement Manager

Mountain View, CA ยท On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Navigate the complexity of project, technical, and political considerations. About the Role Stratus ... Our job is to marry organizational challenges to data science solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

$113K - $154K/yr

It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal ... In this role, you'll collaborate closely with Data Product, Data Science, Analytics, and ...

Senior Applied Scientist

Mountain View, CA ยท On-site

$160K - $261K/yr

... Data Science, or related areas. The ideal candidate should be passionate about generative modeling ... political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex ...

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Data Analytics Analyst

Riverside, CA ยท On-site

$45K - $103K/yr

Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in data science, Business Analytics, Supply Chain ... Permanent Resident ('Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Language Skills Ability to ...

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Deep understanding of statistical and data science, theoretical foundations and techniques, such as ... political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided during ...

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Sr. Quantitative Modeler

Irvine, CA ยท On-site

$200K - $320K/yr

Deep understanding of statistical and data science, theoretical foundations and techniques, such as ... political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided during ...

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How much do political data science jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for political data science in California is $162,857.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,800.00 and $167,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in political data science, and why are they important?

To thrive in Political Data Science, you need expertise in statistics, quantitative research methods, and programming (such as Python or R), often supported by a degree in data science, political science, or a related field. Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau, statistical software, and experience with databases and big data platforms are typically important, and certifications in data analytics can be an asset. Strong analytical thinking, collaboration, and effective communication skills help you explain complex findings to non-technical stakeholders. These abilities are crucial for providing actionable insights that influence strategic decisions in political campaigns, policy analysis, or governmental organizations.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a political data science professional?

Political Data Science professionals typically spend their days collecting and cleaning large datasets related to voter behavior, public opinion, or legislative trends, and developing statistical models to interpret this information. They collaborate closely with campaign strategists, policy analysts, and communication teams to translate data-driven findings into actionable strategies. Presenting results through visualizations and clear reports is a key part of the job, ensuring that technical insights can influence decisions. The work often involves managing multiple projects simultaneously and adapting quickly to the fast-paced environment of politics and public policy.

What is a political data science?

A Political Data Science job involves analyzing political data to uncover trends, inform policy decisions, and support political campaigns or organizations. Professionals in this field use statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization to interpret voter behavior, public opinion, and legislative patterns. They often work with large datasets from surveys, elections, and social media to provide data-driven insights.

What are the most commonly searched types of Political Data Science jobs in California? The most popular types of Political Data Science jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Political Data Science jobs? Cities in California with the most Political Data Science job openings:
Infographic showing various Political Data Science job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 55% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 11% Temporary. Highlights an 81% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $162,857 per year, or $78.3 per hour.

Senior Staff Data Scientist

Coupang Internal

Mountain View, CA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Please complete the attached Internal TransferRequest Formand submit.ย ย 

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We exist to wow our customers. We know we're doing the right thing when we hear our customers say, "How did we ever live without Coupang?" Born out of an obsession to makeshopping, eating, and living easier than ever, we're collectively disrupting the multi-billion-dollar e-commerce industry from the ground up. We are one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies that established an unparalleled reputation for being a dominant and reliable force in South Korean commerce.

We are proud to have the best of both worlds - a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. We are all entrepreneurs surrounded by opportunities to drive new initiatives and innovations. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact. At Coupang, you will see yourself, your colleagues, your team, and the company grow every day.

Our mission to build the future of commerce is real. We push the boundaries of what's possible to solve problems and break traditional tradeoffs. Join Coupang now to create an epic experience in this always-on, high-tech, and hyper-connected world.

Role Overview

The Search and Discovery team is responsible for creating a world class search and discovery shopping experience for our customers, from "intent" based shopping to delighting the customer with serendipitous product discovery on every visit.

We are obsessed with optimizing the entire search customer journey, from query understanding and search relevance to personalized and category/mission aware search and recommendation experiences. We believe the experience of finding the right fresh groceries should be personal and different from shopping for a new laptop or your next pair of jeans. Search and Recommendations drive over 70% of product discovery for our millions of daily customers, so the scale and impact of our work is massive!

What You Will Do

  • Own the Data Science function within a core pillar of Coupang's Search and Discovery org
  • Analyze how customers interact with Coupang's search results to determine how to improve customer experience and business performance
  • Lead experiment ideation, design, measurement, and interpretation
  • Build datasets to increase the speed and accuracy with which the team analyzes data
  • Understand the nuances of ML ranking models, LLMs, and more to determine how our core search product can be optimized

What we are looking for

  • Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math or a closely relatedย field
  • 8 years of Data Scientist experience in customer-facing technology companies
  • Expertise in experimentation and statistics
  • Strong coding skills, including SQL and R/Python
  • Experience with massive datasets, with an understanding of how to optimize data extraction
  • Ability to communicate data concepts simply and succinctly to cross-functional team members, up to the C-suite
  • Understanding of ML concepts, and how different model configurations affect model outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong coding skills, including SQL and R/Python
  • Experience with massive datasets, with an understanding of how to optimize dataย extraction
  • Ability to communicate data concepts simply and succinctly to cross-functional teamย members, up to the C-suite
  • Understanding of ML concepts, and how different model configurations affect modelย outcomes
  • Experience in e-commerce and/or search
  • Strong coding skills, including SQL and R/Python

General Description of All Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life, AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HAS)
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program
  • 401K Plan with Company Match
  • 18-21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) a year based on the tenure
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • MTV- [Free] Electric Car Charging Station

General Description of Other Compensation

"Other Compensation" includes, but is not limited to, bonuses, equity, or other forms ofย compensation that would be offered to the hired applicant in addition to their established salary or wage scale.

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Coupang is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or gender(including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis C status, marital status, military or veteran status, use of a trained dog guide or service animal, political activities, or affiliations, citizenship, or any other characteristic or class protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation in the recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at usrecruiting@coupang.com.

Job Requisition ID: R0074911

Equal Opportunities for All

  • Coupang is an equal opportunity employer. Our unprecedented success could not be possible without the valuableinputsof our globally diverse team.ย 

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