Principal Data Scientist - Remote

Overview

Mission Lane is revolutionizing access to credit to pave a clear way forward for millions of Americans on the path to financial success. By attracting top-tier talent and leveraging cutting-edge technology, we’re redefining consumer credit for the better.

In Short

• Innovate and improve machine learning models for financial decisions.
• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models.
• Collaborate with business leaders and technical experts.
• Manage supervised learning models in production systems.
• Mentor and share best practices with data scientists.
• Apply solid fundamentals with software engineering.
• Explore a wide range of ML solutions and tools.
• Experience in consumer lending or fintech is a plus.
• Interest in neural network architectures for time series classification.
• Remote-friendly work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

• Experience in creating and deploying machine learning models.
• Strong technical mentorship abilities.
• Generalist data science skills with practical solutions focus.
• Proficiency in the PyData stack (numpy, scikit-learn, pandas).
• Familiarity with tools like Spark, Kubernetes, Airflow, MLFlow.
• Interest in emerging ML tools and in-house development.
• Bonus for fintech experience.
• Bonus for interest in neural networks for time series.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Benefits

• Engaging culture with training and advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Flexible Spending Account for medical and childcare expenses.
• Paid parental leave and 401k Company Match.
• Generous PTO and flexible schedules.
• Access to wellness resources like Calm App subscription.
• Remote-friendly work environment.
• Support for work-life balance.
• Equity participation in annual incentive program.
• Comprehensive benefits plan including life insurance.