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Senior Data Scientist

Senior Data Scientist

CompanyDigitalOcean
LocationDenver, CO, USA
Salary$165000 – $195000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s, PhD
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or a similar role.
  • Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) or R for modeling and analysis.
  • Solid experience with SQL for querying and managing structured data.
  • Knowledge of machine learning, statistical modeling, and optimization techniques.
  • Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and big data technologies.
  • Ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical stakeholders in a clear, concise manner.
  • Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib, Seaborn).

Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and implement predictive models and machine learning algorithms to solve business challenges.
  • Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform strategic decisions.
  • Write efficient, scalable code for data analysis, model development, and automation using Python, R, SQL, or similar tools.
  • Design and execute experiments (A/B testing, causal inference, etc.) to measure the impact of business initiatives.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business questions into data science problems and communicate findings effectively.
  • Build and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure data quality and availability.
  • Present data-driven recommendations to executives and cross-functional teams in a clear and actionable manner.
  • Stay updated on the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in causal inference, econometrics, or Bayesian methods.
  • Hands-on experience with ML Ops, model deployment, or data engineering workflows.
  • Understanding of business metrics, growth strategies, and financial modeling.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.