Lead Data Scientist - Remote

Overview

The Lead Data Scientist will manage a team of data scientists to deliver impactful machine learning systems and decision intelligence across the business while shaping the ML strategy and standards.

In Short

• Lead and grow a team of data scientists.
• Establish data science and machine learning best practices.
• Set strategy and define quarterly data science roadmaps.
• Deliver models that ship using Python and SQL.
• Champion data quality and preprocessing standards.
• Act as a primary point of contact for cross-functional leaders.
• Manage performance and career growth of team members.
• Ensure reliable deployment on cloud platforms.
• Communicate technical concepts in plain language.
• Drive innovation and experimentation within the team.

Requirements

• 7–10+ years in data science/ML with leadership experience.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP and MLOps tools.
• Strong understanding of experimental design and metrics.
• Excellent communication and product sense.
• Ability to foster an inclusive team culture.
• Experience with real-time inference and streaming data.
• Knowledge of privacy and ethics frameworks for ML.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and disability insurance.
• Generous 401(k) matching.
• Flexible paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave for all parents.
• Annual office supply allowance and monthly internet stipend.
• Opportunities for virtual and in-person team connections.