SpeakUp
Data Scientist (User analytics + funnel optimization)
SpeakUpUnited Arab Emirates1 day ago
ContractEngineering, Information Technology

SpeakUp — AI platform for Speakers, Conferences, Podcasts & Media


SpeakUp is scaling rapidly, and we are looking for a Data Scientist who can turn complex data into actionable product decisions.

This is a critical role that will drive our growth, improve key conversion funnels, and strengthen our AI-matching engine.

You will analyse how users behave across the entire product journey — from install to registration, from event creation to speaker applications — and help us optimise SpeakUp for global scale.

What You’ll Work On1. User Behaviour Analytics

– Cohort analysis

– Funnel breakdowns (install → sign-up → profile completion → engagement)

– Predictive modelling of high-value segments

2. Conversion Optimisation

– Identifying friction points in UX

– Running and evaluating A/B tests

– Recommending improvements to boost CR and LTV

3. Product Analytics

– Retention analysis (D1/D7/D30)

– Feature adoption insights

– Correlation analysis affecting matches & engagement

4. Growth Analytics

– Growth models for Organisers, Speakers and Podcasters

– Providing insights for marketing acquisition and retention

– Prioritising growth hypotheses based on impact

5. User Segmentation

– RFM segmentation

– Behaviour-based clustering

– Early churn prediction and retention actions

6. Data for AI & Recommendations

– Evaluating the accuracy of AI-matching

– Building quality metrics for recommendations

– Linking behavioural data with ML performance

You may use your preferred stack, but experience with the following is a plus:

– Python (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy)

– SQL (PostgreSQL)

– BI tools (Metabase, Superset, Tableau)

– A/B testing frameworks

– Product analytics (Mixpanel, Amplitude or similar)

– ML fundamentals (bonus)

Ideal Candidate

– 3+ years in Data Science or Product Analytics

– Experience in fast-growing startups or mobile apps

– Strong command of user journeys, retention, churn and activation

– Able to translate data into business outcomes

– Proactive: identifies problems before they become visible

– Comfortable with ambiguity and fast execution

What We Offer

– Join a fast-growing global AI startup (+30% MoM)

– Work with founders recognised by Forbes 30 Under 30 and multiple international awards

– Direct impact on a product used in 28+ countries

– Build the analytics foundation from the ground up

– High ownership, fast decision cycles, real influence

– Opportunity to shape the future of AI-matching and personalisation in events & media

Key Skills

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