Gisselle [Hiring]

Gisselle Yang Xie is a prominent Data Science Manager at Twitter, currently leading the Content Data Science organization. In this role, she oversees a team of 18 individual contributors and managers focused on various aspects of Twitter's platform, including Tweets, Creator Monetization, Communities, Spaces, and Longform content.1

Professional Background

• Current Position: Senior Data Science Manager at Twitter since November 2020.
• Previous Experience:
  • DoorDash: Head of Dx and Supply in Data Science, where she manages teams related to supply acquisition and demand management.
  • Lyft: Served as a Data Science Manager and Senior Research Scientist, where she developed forecasting models that significantly improved operational efficiency.
  • Amazon: Worked as a Research Scientist focusing on algorithm design for operational anomaly detection.1

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Ecology from Oregon State University (2009-2014).
• Master of Science (MSc) in Statistics from Oregon State University (2012-2014).
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Ecology from The University of Hong Kong (2006-2009).1

Skills and Expertise

Gisselle has extensive experience in machine learning, statistical modeling, and data analysis. Her work has involved creating scalable forecasting libraries and enhancing model accuracy through innovative techniques. She is proficient in manipulating large datasets and has a strong background in both ecology and statistics, which informs her analytical approach in data science.1

Gisselle is also fluent in English, Cantonese, and Chinese, which enhances her ability to collaborate in diverse environments.1