Zach Zussman Dobbins
About Zach Zussman Dobbins
Zach Zussman Dobbins is a Product Manager at YouGov, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in biometry and statistics from Cornell University and has experience in survey programming and analysis.
Current Role as Product Manager
Zach Zussman Dobbins currently holds the position of Product Manager at YouGov, a role he has occupied since 2019. In this capacity, he focuses on product development and management within the organization. His responsibilities include optimizing processes and expanding domain functionality, contributing to the overall efficiency of YouGov's operations. Dobbins works in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he applies his expertise to enhance product offerings.
Previous Experience at YouGov
Prior to his current role, Zach Zussman Dobbins worked at YouGov in various capacities. He served as a Survey Programmer and Analyst from 2017 to 2018, followed by a position as Senior Survey Analyst from 2017 to 2019. During his tenure at YouGov, he developed a strong foundation in survey analysis and programming, contributing to the company's data-driven initiatives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Education and Academic Background
Zach Zussman Dobbins studied at Cornell University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biometry and Statistics from 2012 to 2015. His academic background provided him with a solid understanding of statistical methods and data analysis. Additionally, he attended Tompkins Cortland Community College from 2009 to 2011, further enhancing his educational qualifications.
Technical Contributions and Innovations
Zach Zussman Dobbins has made significant technical contributions during his time at YouGov. He developed an R package that automates internal service API calls and data fidelity checks, which is utilized daily by the survey operations team. This R package generates multiple formats of structured text output and data reporting, thereby enhancing the efficiency of survey operations and streamlining workflows.
Management Experience and Process Optimization
Zach Zussman Dobbins possesses a broad employment background that includes management experience. He has a focus on optimizing processes within organizations, which has been a key aspect of his roles at YouGov. His ability to enhance domain functionality has contributed to improved operational efficiency and effectiveness in survey-related tasks.