Senior Data Scientist - Customer Intent, Decision Engine - Remote

Overview

Join DICK’S Sporting Goods as a Senior Data Scientist and lead the development of intelligent decisioning systems that model customer intent and dynamically resolve identity in real time, impacting personalization and customer experience.

In Short

• Design and implement large-scale decision engines.
• Develop optimization frameworks for balancing personalization and business KPIs.
• Build session-based and sequence-aware models for real-time intent prediction.
• Define rigorous evaluation metrics and lead online experimentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights into recommendations.
• Ensure models are production-ready with robust monitoring and testing frameworks.
• Utilize advanced modeling techniques in machine learning and AI.
• Experience in eCommerce or retail is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in hybrid modeling techniques and causal inference.
• Communicate technical insights effectively to various stakeholders.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in data science or machine learning.
• Proficiency in deep learning, sequence models, and reinforcement learning.
• Experience with real-time recommendation systems.
• Familiarity with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Experience with A/B testing and Agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills.
• Prior work in customer identity resolution is a plus.
• Knowledge of optimization modeling techniques.
• Ability to present results to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $83,000.00 - $138,200.00.
• Generous suite of benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment.
• Work with a team committed to innovation and excellence.
• Flexible work arrangements with a focus on remote work.
• Support for learning and development.
• Engagement in a community united by a passion for sports.
• Focus on delivering measurable impact in the sports retail industry.
• Commitment to employee well-being and satisfaction.