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About Pinterest:

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we're on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other's unique experiences and embrace theflexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It's Possible.

At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we're looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we'll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.

Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here.

Pinterest is looking for a Sr. Staff Quantitative Researcher (Quant UXR) to lead quantitative research at the intersection of our consumer- and advertiser-facing orgs. We're looking for a seasoned quantitative researcher ready to identify the most important ecosystem-level questions and to create and execute a learning agenda to address them. In this role, you'll bring expertise in behavioral analysis, statistical modeling, and survey methods to design, execute, and communicate strategic research on a deadline in a fast-paced environment. You'll uncover opportunities and solutions that balance engagement and revenue goals, present your results to senior audiences, and partner with other leaders to develop strategy that executes on our learnings. With this role, you'll have ownership of a broad problem space, autonomy to set and execute the learning agenda, and impact over the holistic Pinner experience.

What you'll do:

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• Work across monetization teams and as needed collaborate with consumer facing orgs to define and address complex, monetization impacting ecosystem - questions with implications for the business and overall user experience
  
• Proactively guide teams to the most important questions and problems to address for users and/or the business; set the quantitative learning agenda for Monetization and decide on the best approaches to address it
  
• Prioritize and conduct quantitative research that varies in approach, scale, scope, timeframe and methodology, while balancing effort against priority and impact
  
• Explore the intersection of perceptions/attitudes and behaviors through surveys and deep behavioral analysis
  
• Participate in the development of user-centric metrics for Monetization teams while aiding in the development of core centric user metrics
  
• Elevate topics from the learning agenda that would be best to present to senior leadership and tailor deliverables and socialization efforts for these audiences.
  
• Bring together a holistic understanding of the problem space from behavioral analyses, experiment learnings, qualitative insights, and own work to inform product and business decisions
  
• Lead strategic initiatives and actively engage in the development of strategy with Product, Design, Engineering, and Data Science partners
  
• Partner with research managers to set the quantitative research direction and provide guidance to more junior quantitative researchers
  
  

What we're looking for:

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• Bachelor's/Master's degree in a relevant field such as human computer interaction or psychology or equivalent experience
  
• 7+ years of experience in quantitative product/user experience research with experience leading end-to-end quantitative research studies; an advanced degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics is a plus but not required
  
• Experience with Ad product development/UX research preferred
  
• Knowledgeable of relevant statistical concepts (significance testing, regression/linear models).
  
• Experience with a wide range of quantitative research approaches and methods, experimentation at scale, various survey methodologies and advanced data techniques (Max Diff, Conjoint, Segmentations, Drivers Analysis)
  
• Experience with longitudinal analysis, multilevel/mixed effects modeling, and survey weighting and strong SQL and Quantitative Programming skills (R, Python, etc.).
  
• Ability to synthesize data from multiple sources (surveys, behavioral, 3rd party) to craft clear insights with strategic business impact)
  
• Strong storytelling skills with experience turning data into actionable insights and socializing across different departments (from ad sales executives to data scientists to high-level executives)
  
• Adept communicator with a bias toward action and an excellent collaborator, able to build strong relationships within various cross functional teams within and outside of the monetization org.
  
• Self-starter and problem solver who proactively partners with other (qual and quant) researchers and cross-functional partners, including Product, Data Science, Finance, Product Marketing, Content, Sales, Marketing, Comms, and Brand, to develop new research initiatives with high comfort working in ambiguity
  
• Knows how to 'right size' research approach, i.e., when to deploy tried and tested tools and when to try something new
  
• PhD preferred, in computational social sciences (e.g. Economics, sociology, psychology), statistics, computer science, related field, or equivalent practical experience
  

Relocation Statement:

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• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.
  

In-Office Requirement Statement:

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• We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
  
• This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/quarter and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.
  

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At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

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About Pinterest:

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we're on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other's unique experiences and embrace theflexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It's Possible.

At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we're looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we'll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.

Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here.

Understanding and improving how we optimize ads through the ads delivery funnel to Pinners is fundamental to Pinterest's long-term success. We're looking for a data scientist to join our team in pushing the boundaries in ads optimization. You will be a key member of an organization of talented data scientists innovating on ads delivery.

What you'll do:

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• Strategy: Evolve our strategy by working closely with product and engineering leaders to build on past learnings and shape our platform's future.
  
• Experimentation: Improve our experimentation capabilities and tools for assessing our ad delivery system, advise on best practices, identify flaws, and build tools and frameworks for experiment analysis.
  
• Leadership: Lead and mentor peers, improving team output through continuous, candid feedback that recognizes strengths and identifies areas for growth. Be a technical leader for junior data scientists.
  
• Communication: Clearly and concisely communicate complex analytical findings and insights to stakeholders with varying technical backgrounds.
  
• Continuous Learning: Stay informed on the latest developments in data science, causal inference, and advertising technology to drive innovation.
  

What we're looking for:

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• 8+ years of combined post-graduate academic and industry experience applying scientific methods to solve real-world problems on web-scale data
  
• Direct involvement in the evaluation, refinement, and deployment of ads optimization models for ads delivery systems.
  
• Proficiency in leveraging large datasets for performance analysis and gap identification.
  
• Proven ability to apply scientific methods to solve real-world problems on web-scale data
  
• Expertise in SQL and Python
  
• Strong business and product sense: delight in shaping vague questions into well-defined analyses and success metrics that drive business decisions
  
• Excellent communication skills: able to lead initiatives across multiple product areas and communicate findings with leadership and product teams
  
• Experience leading key technical projects and substantially influencing the scope and output of others
  
• Experience in digital ad delivery stacks preferred
  

In-Office Requirement Statement:

We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.

This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1 times per week and therefore needs to be in a commutable distance from one of the following offices: San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA.

Relocation Statement:

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• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.
  

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At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

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Technical Designer, Furniture

SAUSALITO, CA

Serena & Lily is seeking a Technical Furniture Designer to join our Design Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the technical development process of all furniture categories. This role involves ensuring that quality, accuracy and on time execution in a cost-effective manner of all furniture projects from concept to production, are met while maintaining brand integrity. This position reports directly to CDO.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Translate design direction from CDO into detailed technical specs with accurate renderings to illustrate concept ideals.
• Develop and implement product development strategies aligned with company goals and market trends.
• Identify opportunities for innovation in furniture production, materials, and production processes.

Project Management

• Translate design direction from CDO into detailed technical specs with accurate renderings to illustrate concept ideals.
• Oversee the product development lifecycle, from initial renderings to cads, to sample and swatch reviews.
• Clearly communicate to agents and vendors calls outs and comments in a timely manner.
• Develop new finishes and color panels and ensure consistency through production.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Own the sharing of information in weekly PD meetings.
• Keep all documents and shared tools current and up to date.
• Maintain and organize swatch libraries.
• Cad all cushions where applicable and all outdoor covers for outdoor collections.
• Confirm PI sheets are accurate.
• Review and comment on furniture renewal swatches in a timely manner.

Quality & Compliance

• Establish and maintain quality assurance protocols throughout the product development process.
• Ensure all products meet regulatory and safety standards for target markets.
• Address and resolve product issues promptly and effectively.

Key Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinking and ability to align product development with business goals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to develop strong cross functional and respectful relationships.
• Strong work ethic with an ability to turn on a dime.
• Be part of a small tight knit team with a desire to jump in where needed to assist in department projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, Product Development, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in furniture product development.
• Strong knowledge of furniture design, materials, manufacturing processes, and industry standards.
• Proven track record of managing multiple complex product development projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A high level of proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and project management tools.
• Experience with sustainability practices in furniture design is a plus.

COMPENSATION:

• $100-130k per year is the anticipated starting base pay for this role. This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, education, and skills.
• Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance should they choose to participate in Serena & Lily’s benefits. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan. During the first year of employment, full-time employees accrue twenty-one days of PTO and seven paid holidays throughout the year.

• Design and lead recombinant protein expression and purification strategies for challenging therapeutic targets, including optimization and scale-up (10 L or larger).
• Develop and execute advanced chromatography workflows using affinity, ion exchange, and size exclusion purification on AKTA FPLC systems.
• Innovate and implement strategies to successfully express and purify complex or difficult protein targets.
• Lead scientific troubleshooting for challenging protein production campaigns.
• Contribute to analytical characterization efforts to evaluate protein purity, stability, and functionality.
• Support and help expand the organization’s protein sciences platform and capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with structural biology, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and translational research teams to deliver high-quality protein reagents for discovery programs.
• Present experimental strategies, interpret results, and provide scientific insight in cross-functional team discussions.
• Influence project strategy and contribute to decisions that advance therapeutic programs.
• Foster a culture of scientific rigor, collaboration, and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 3–6 years of post-graduate experience in protein expression and characterization.
• Demonstrated scientific productivity, including peer-reviewed publications.
• Extensive hands-on experience with recombinant protein expression across multiple systems, including bacterial, insect, mammalian, and/or yeast platforms.
• Deep expertise in protein purification and chromatography workflows, particularly using AKTA FPLC systems.
• Strong experience with protein characterization techniques, such as SDS-PAGE, SEC, DLS, DSF, MALS, LC-MS, and NMR.
• Proven ability to independently design experiments, troubleshoot complex challenges, and deliver results.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate and influence across multidisciplinary teams.

Estimated Min Rate: $66.50
Estimated Max Rate: $95.00

What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

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