Radhika Anand

Radhika Anand is currently a Staff Data Scientist and Data Science Manager at Instacart, a role she has held since October 2020. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she leads the Shopper Data Science team, focusing on enhancing the experience for shoppers on the Instacart platform. Her work involves generating insights from data to inform product decisions, optimizing pricing strategies, and ensuring a seamless experience for users of the Instacart Shopper app.12

Educational Background

Radhika holds a Master of Science in Statistical and Economic Modeling from Duke University (2014-2015) and a dual degree in Computer Science and Economics from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (2009-2014) .2

Professional Experience

Before joining Instacart, Radhika gained significant experience in data science roles at prominent companies:

• Senior Data Scientist at Airbnb (August 2019 - October 2020)
• Data Scientist at Uber (February 2016 - August 2019)
• Various internships and roles including predictive modeling at CNA Insurance and data science internships at WalmartLabs and ETH Zurich.23

Skills and Contributions

Radhika's expertise encompasses statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and economic modeling. At Instacart, she leverages her background to tackle complex data challenges within the company's four-sided marketplace, contributing to both strategic decision-making and operational improvements.12

Her journey reflects a strong commitment to applying data science in impactful ways across various sectors, including e-commerce and transportation.