About the teamThe Zillow Group People Analytics team is a skilled group of data professionals collaborating across the People Org (including HRBPs, HR Operations & Rewards, Learning & Development, Engagement & Belonging, and Recruiting) and related partners (e.g., Analytics, Finance). We provide actionable people insights that guide evidence-based decisions for Zillow Group. Our work supports a broad range of areas enabling deeper analysis, identifying patterns, and setting up our data environment for continued success.

About the role

As a People Analytics Data Scientist, you will report to the People Analytics Manager and play a meaningful role in maturing the People Analytics function. You will act as a hands-on contributor and trusted partner to HR and business leaders, helping them make informed decisions through data-driven insights. You will receive general mentorship on new assignments and can run day-to-day work with minimal oversight.

In this role you will: 

Deliver Data Insights and Visualization

Collaborate with data engineers to refine and enhance visualization tools (e.g., dashboards, reports) to tell compelling stories about workforce trends, particularly in areas like Recruiting and Engagement & Belonging (E&B).

Create and maintain data products that inform monthly and quarterly business reviews, ensuring leaders have clear, actionable insights.

Conduct Deeper Analysis & Identify Patterns

Analyze structured and unstructured data to uncover workforce and organizational trends.

Apply intermediate-to-advanced statistical techniques (e.g., basic inferential statistics, multivariate analysis) to guide and support decisions around recruiting pipelines, engagement, retention, and belonging.

Design and refine metrics that measure the impact and efficiency of HR initiatives, including hiring and E&B programs.

Assist In Setting Up A Sustainable Data Environment

Contribute to the development of scalable data pipelines and architecture, ensuring discoverability, reliability, and consistency of HR data.

Write efficient, well-documented code in SQL, Python, or R that improves analytics processes and supports future self-service capabilities.

Partner with Stakeholders and Collaborate

Form relationships with HRBPs, Recruiting, Engagement & Belonging, and other cross-functional teams to understand their challenges and data needs.

Clarify ambiguous requests, scope realistic projects, and proactively communicate progress, results, and roadblocks.

Translate findings into concise recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Manage Projects And Drive Continuous Improvement

Lead or support smaller-scale analytics projects through planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes.

Develop and maintain documentation, processes, and frameworks that enable efficient project execution and knowledge sharing.

Gather feedback from customers to refine analytics outputs and find opportunities for enhanced workflows.

This role has been categorized as a Remote position. “Remote” employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice, which must be identified to the Company. U.S. employees may live in any of the 50 United States, with limited exceptions.

In California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC the standard base pay range for this role is $123,200.00 - $196,800.00 Annually. This base pay range is specific to California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC and may not be applicable to other locations.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location.

Who you are

Experience:

3+ years in workforce analytics, business analytics, data science, or related roles, demonstrating an ability to perform deeper analysis and identify workforce patterns.

Experience working with Recruiting data or other related People data is a plus

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in SQL and a scripting language (Python or R) for data manipulation and analysis.

Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to build clear dashboards and reports.

Familiarity with platforms like Databricks is a plus.

Analytical Expertise:

Ability to translate business questions into analytical approaches, especially around Recruiting, Engagement & Belonging, and workforce data.

Skilled at synthesizing data into actionable insights and presenting them to varied audiences.

Consultative & Collaborative:

Comfortable structuring your own work, setting priorities, and engaging with teams to ensure alignment and impact.

Works effectively in a dynamic environment with general guidance, balancing multiple responsibilities.

Storytelling & Communication:

Strong written and verbal communication skills, tailoring technical findings into relevant insights for diverse partners.

Adept at building credible relationships with HR, business leaders, and technical teams.

Educational Background:

An undergraduate or equivalent experience or Master's degree or equivalent experience in a quantitative field (e.g. data science, engineering, economics, finance, statistics, or similar)

Get to know us

Zillow is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people.

As the most-visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow® and its affiliates help movers find and win their home through digital solutions, first class partners, and easier buying, selling, financing and renting experiences. Millions of people visit Zillow Group sites every month to start their home search, and now they can rely on Zillow to help make it easier to move. The work we do helps people get home and no matter what job you're in, you will play a critical role in making home a reality for more and more people.

Our efforts to streamline the real estate transaction are supported by a deep-rooted culture of innovation, our passion to redefine the employee experience, a fundamental commitment to Equity and Belonging, and world-class benefits. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages as well as parental leave, family benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. We’re also setting the standard for work experiences of the future, where our employees are supported in doing their best work and living a flexible, well-balanced life. But don’t just take our word for it. Read recent reviews on Glassdoor and recent recognition from multiple organizations, including: the 100 Best Companies to Work For, Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equity Index, and TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact your recruiter directly.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Applicants who receive job offers from Zillow Group will be asked to sign a Proprietary Rights Agreement which includes confidentiality, intellectual property assignment, customer and employee non-solicitation, and non-competition provisions. If you are contacted for a role at Zillow Group and wish to review a copy of the Proprietary Rights Agreement prior to receiving an offer, you may request a copy from your Recruiter.