Director of Data Science - Remote

Overview

Machinify is the leading provider of AI-powered software products that transform healthcare claims and payment operations. Each year, the healthcare industry generates over $200B in claims mispayments, creating incredible waste, friction and frustration for all participants: patients, providers, and especially payers. Machinify’s revolutionary AI-platform has enabled the company to develop and deploy, at light speed, industry-specific products that increase the speed and accuracy of claims processing by orders of magnitude.

We are seeking a Director of Data Science. This role will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the data science team at Machinify, and requires a deep technical background, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive innovation and excellence in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Chief Data Scientist, the Director of Data Science will collaborate closely with other leaders to align engineering efforts with the company's strategic goals.

In Short

• Provide direction and guidance to a team of Senior and Staff Data Scientists, enabling them to do their best work
• Collaborate with the leadership team to define key technical and business metrics and objectives
• Translate objectives into internal team priorities and assignments
• Drive sprints and work with cross-functional stakeholders to appropriately prioritize various initiatives to improve customer metrics
• Hire, mentor and develop team members
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Communicate technical concepts and strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively
• Own the success of various models on the field by continuously monitoring KPI’s and initiating projects to improve quality.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of data science experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, including a leadership role at a start-up. Proven track record of managing data teams and delivering complex, high-impact products from concept to deployment
• Strong knowledge of data privacy regulations and best practices in data security
• Exceptional team management abilities, with experience in building and leading high-performing teams
• Ability to think strategically and execute methodically
• Ability to drive change and inspire a distributed team
• Strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven mindset
• Ability to communicate effectively, collaborating with diverse groups to solve complex problems
• You embrace challenges with optimism and a balanced, and bring a business-oriented approach to product development
• You prioritize customer impact, ensuring your work significantly advances our product value

Benefits

• A flexible and trusting environment where you'll feel empowered to do your best work.
• Work from anywhere in the US! Our team is distributed and most of us work from home.
• Hardworking and supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that understands the importance of recruiting and retaining top talent.
• Incredible medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees & their families.
• Competitive salary and equity, 401(k) sponsorship.