Head of Data Science - Monetization
About the role
Team
Nextdoor is the essential neighborhood network. Neighbors, public agencies, and local businesses use Nextdoor to connect around information that matters in more than 350,000 neighborhoods across 11 countries.
About the Role
As Nextdoor's Monetization Data Science Lead (Senior Manager/Director), you will be a co-owner in shaping monetization strategy and outcomes. You'll contribute to senior leadership by connecting product strategy, business goals, and data-informed direction.
Your work will directly impact how Nextdoor creates value for businesses of all sizes—from multinational brands to local businesses—while balancing advertiser outcomes with neighbor experience and long-term platform health.
Team Structure
The Data Science team operates in a semi-embedded model: data scientists are closely aligned to product pillars and work day-to-day with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to drive decision-making through rigorous measurement, experimentation, and modeling. The team brings diverse backgrounds and perspectives, acting as decision scientists for product development and marketing.