Data Scientist

About the opportunityWe’re building a smarter, more data-informed First Table and this is your chance to shape it. As our Data Scientist, you’ll drive the advanced analytics and predictive models that power better decisions across Marketing, Product, and Sales.This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your work won’t sit in dashboards, it will drive real change in how we acquire customers, grow revenue, and build products. You’ll work closely with business leaders to help answer big questions: What’s driving revenue? How do we optimise LTV? What projects and analysis will truly move the needle?If you thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environments where experimentation is encouraged and results are seen quickly, you’ll love what’s ahead.About usAt First Table, our vision is simple: to be the first place diners go to book a table.Proudly established in Queenstown, New Zealand - where our head office is based - we've been leading the charge in the hospitality tech industry for over a decade, with operations spanning New Zealand, Australia, and the UK. The UK is now our fastest-scaling market, having recently launched in Scotland, Leeds, Oxford, Newcastle and Nottingham, we are doubling down on building a strong presence and connected team across the UK.First Table is a dining discovery platform that connects diners to restaurants through their love of food. Through our clever tech, we help restaurants get their night off to a great start and give diners a compelling reason to try somewhere new. It’s a win-win situation. From early bird offers to last table reservations, we make discovering and booking great dining experiences fast, easy, and rewarding.At the heart of everything we do are our values: Grow Together, Win-Win-Win, and Own It. These guide how we show up for each other, our restaurant partners, and our diners and they’re a big part of what makes First Table a great place to work.Learn more about our story here: www.firsttable.co.nz/our-storyAbout the roleThis newly created role reports to our Data Lead and partners across the business to deliver actionable insights, robust models, and meaningful measurement.You’ll lead the design and execution of A/B tests and causal analysis to prove what’s working. You’ll develop MVP and POC models to forecast, segment, and optimise. And you’ll help establish scalable practices that support a growing data function, from SQL pipelines to BI dashboards.Whether you’re wrangling raw data, advising on campaign tracking, or translating complex outputs into clear recommendations, this role is all about using data to drive action.What you’ll be doingBuild and deploy predictive models (LTV, churn, sales forecasting) across key functionsDesign and analyse A/B tests, applying causal inference techniques to measure true ROIDeliver segmentation and lifecycle analysis to improve acquisition, retention, and personalisationWrite performant SQL to extract and transform complex datasetsCollaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into analytical solutionsBuild and maintain BI dashboards (e.g. Metabase) to track KPIs and enable visibilitySupport a culture of data-driven decision-making through clear communication and technical rigorWhat you’ll bring2–4 years’ experience in a Data Scientist or similar roleAdvanced SQL and proficiency in Python or R (Python preferred)Solid foundation in statistical and machine learning techniquesExperience working with marketing, sales, or product usage dataComfort with A/B testing, causal inference, and experimental designStrong communication skills and business translation abilityWhy you’ll love working with us Visible Impact: Influence business-critical decisions and customer experiencesSpeed & Autonomy: Deliver MVPs fast and iterate based on resultsGreenfield Opportunity: Shape the future of data science at First TableWork your way: this role can be based from our Queenstown HQ (with 1 WFH day per week), or remotely from Auckland, where our team meets and collaborates regularly each month.Beloved Consumer Brand: Contribute to a product that diners and restaurants already love, making a visible difference across NZ, AU, and the UK.Perks: Free First Table bookings, regular team recognition and socials, and the chance to work with a purpose-led, award-winning brand.What’s next?Submit your application, with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us why this role excites you and how your experience sets you up for success. We’ll be reviewing and progressing applications as they come in, so don’t wait to apply.