About Stitch Fix, Inc.

Stitch Fix (NASDAQ: SFIX) is the leading online personal styling service that helps people discover the styles they will love that fit perfectly so they always look - and feel - their best. Few things are more personal than getting dressed, but finding clothing that fits and looks great can be a challenge. Stitch Fix solves that problem. By pairing expert stylists with best-in-class AI and recommendation algorithms, the company leverages its assortment of exclusive and national brands to meet each client's individual tastes and needs, making it convenient for clients to express their personal style without having to spend hours in stores or sifting through endless choices online. Stitch Fix, which was founded in 2011, is headquartered in San Francisco.

About the Team

At Stitch Fix, we are at the forefront of innovation, creating cutting-edge solutions that blend fashion, technology, and data science. Our data science team combines machine learning with expert human judgment to generate innovative recommendations and insights that transform the way our clients discover what they love. We believe in a curiosity-driven data science culture where members are empowered to deliver impact through end-to-end model development. The diversity of the problems that we work on and the data-rich environment of our business make it possible, even essential, to bring the tools of multiple disciplines to bear on our hardest problems.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Styling Algorithms Team Manager to lead a group of talented machine learning engineers, and data scientists. In this role, you will shape the future of fashion technology by driving the development and deployment of our styling algorithms that empower our human stylists to delight clients by nailing their fit and style.

You're excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Directly shape product strategy: Leverage data-driven insights to influence Stitch Fix’s broader business and enhance the client experience.
• Drive measurable business impact: Utilize data science to improve client engagement, personalization, and overall growth.
• Lead a team building transformative capabilities at the heart of our company’s value proposition.
• Drive the development and optimization of styling algorithms, ensuring they provide personalized, relevant, and engaging fashion recommendations.
• Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, UX/UI designers, and business leaders to define key performance metrics and product goals.
• Oversee the end-to-end algorithm development lifecycle—from ideation and experimentation to testing and deployment.
• Manage the prioritization and execution of key algorithmic projects while balancing business needs, technical feasibility, and timelines.
• Implement best practices for team collaboration, code quality, and data management.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in AI, machine learning, and fashion technology.
• Provide continuous feedback and foster a growth-oriented culture within the team.
• Establish a clear vision and roadmap for the development of styling algorithms and continuously drive improvements based on data-driven insights.

We’re excited about you because…

• Excel at building trust with your team, stakeholders, and technical partners
• Have excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences,
• And know how to achieve alignment without resorting to micromanagement. 
• Have a strong background in machine learning, data science, and algorithm design, preferably in areas related to fashion, recommendations, or personalization (5+ years of experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership/management role).
• Have experience with A/B testing, experimentation frameworks, and performance metrics.
• Are familiar with cloud-based infrastructure and distributed systems.

Why you'll love working at Stitch Fix...

• We are a group of bright, kind people who are motivated by challenge. We value integrity, innovation and trust. You’ll bring these characteristics to life in everything you do at Stitch Fix.
• We cultivate a community of diverse perspectives— all voices are heard and valued.
• We are an innovative company and leverage our strengths in fashion and tech to disrupt the future of retail. 
• We win as a team, commit to our work, and celebrate grit together because we value strong relationships.
• We boldly create the future while keeping equity and sustainability at the center of all that we do. 
• We are the owners of our work and are energized by solving problems through a growth mindset lens. We think broadly and creatively through every situation to create meaningful impact.
• We offer comprehensive compensation packages and inclusive health and wellness benefits.

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