Senior Experimentation Specialist

Alaska Airlines • SeaTac, WA

395d • $112,000 - $168,000

About The Position

The Senior Experimentation Specialist at Alaska Airlines is a key individual contributor responsible for leading digital experimentation efforts. This role involves designing and executing experiments to enhance the company's merchandising strategy and product design, utilizing advanced analytical skills and technological tools. The specialist will also provide training, monitor industry trends, and collaborate with various teams to ensure high-quality data and successful outcomes.

Requirements

• 4 years of experience in AB testing, computer science, analytics, quantitative sciences, or a related area.
• Bachelor's degree in UX design, psychology, mathematics, statistics, or a related discipline, or 2 additional years of relevant training/experience in lieu of a degree.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and databases (Databricks, SQL, python, Alteryx).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the airline industry.
• Intermediate skills in presenting data-driven strategic insights using visualization tools (Tableau).
• Advanced knowledge of experimentation design and tools (AB, MVT, Multi-Armed Bandit; CSS, HTML; Optimizely).
• Ability to establish cross-functional, collaborative relationships valuing diversity and inclusivity.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Data-driven mindset with a proven history of continuous self-development.
• Proven track record of applying insights to business strategy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a subject matter expert in experimentation across the company.
• Develops solutions to complex problems with minimal direction, including designing studies with clear definitions of success.
• Makes recommendations to improve Alaska's product merchandising and design based on deep knowledge of revenue products.
• Curates and delivers comprehensive training content to stakeholders to standardize experimentation processes.
• Participates in regular reporting and business review meetings to track program performance with commercial stakeholders.
• Monitors industry trends in digital experimentation and applies cutting-edge methods in tests across digital platforms.
• Works with teams to scale experiments, scope requirements, and resolve blockers.
• Utilizes strong technological skills, including testing tools, computer languages, querying tools, and presentation tools to conduct experiments and analysis.
• Mentors experimentation specialists and makes recommendations to improve the experimentation program.

Benefits

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Quarterly and annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Air Transportation
• Education Level: High school or GED