Applied Data Scientist (Contract)

Responsibilities

• An Applied Data Scientist is responsible for the end-to-end execution of new client engagements utilizing data science, which includes:
  • Unifying large 1st- and 3rd-party datasets and building predictive models
  • Deriving clear, actionable, and timely insights from analyses
  • Creating client-ready materials and solutions for stakeholders of varying technical experience or familiarity with methods
  • Working with cross-functional teams of data scientists and software engineers where necessary to create and implement solutions
• Other job responsibilities of an Applied Data Scientist include:
  • Creatively identifying opportunities in the solution delivery process for scalable applications, and collaborating with other teams to further construct these tools
  • Maintaining a continuous and independent education of cutting-edge statistical techniques and programming languages

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an analytical subject (statistics, math, economics, physics, engineering, business, political or social science, computer science, etc.)
• Proven affinity for and experience working with large or messy data sets using SQL
• Experience with statistical programming languages (R, Python, etc.) and proven ability to work pragmatically with statistical concepts
• Experience with presentation or data visualization software, such as Powerpoint, Tableau, Shiny, Streamlit, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• US work authorization

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical understanding of and experience with predictive analytics, machine learning, and/or causal inference
• Experience with marketing modeling and analytics (e.g., LTV, Lift)
• Familiarity with software development tools and practices (Git, code review, etc.)
• Familiarity with dbt
• Familiarity with AI tools and LLMs (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.)

Why join our team?

• 7 month contract term
• Salary: $80,000 annually
• The opportunity to be part of a growing tech startup focused on solving interesting and meaningful problems, invested in internal promotion, and committed to fostering a diverse, equal and inclusive workplace.
• Competitive benefits, including unlimited PTO, 401K match with immediate vesting, health, dental, and vision benefits, fully paid parental leave, commuter benefits, and wellness initiatives.