Data Scientist

Summary

Join GoodParty.org as a Data Scientist and be the analytical backbone of our remote startup. You will lead the development of our organizational learning machine, design our end-to-end data system, and ensure effective OKRs and KPIs. This role requires 3+ years of experience in data science or data analytics, a quantitative background (MBA or Master's in Analytics/Mathematics), and proficiency in SQL, Tableau, Python, and AI tools. You will build strategic and financial models, create compelling presentations, and effectively visualize data. GoodParty.org offers a competitive salary, 100% health, dental, and vision coverage, unlimited PTO, a 401(k) program, an individual learning & development budget, a workspace setup stipend, and a remote work environment. We are a Public Benefit Corporation prioritizing social impact, fully funded, and focused on fixing our democracy.

Requirements

• You have at least 3 years of work experience in a data science or data analytics role
• You are quantitative by nature with an MBA or Master's with an Analytics or Mathematics focus
• Your technical skills include SQL, Tableau, Python, and leveraging AI tools to do it all more efficiently. You have experience with ETL processes and data pipeline management
• You create complex strategic and financial models to inform decisions and have the ability to measure the impact of data-driven decisions
• You can confidently put together polished, persuasive presentations
• You know how to effectively visualize data and analytic insights for cross-functional stakeholders
• You’re an effective project manager and can catch the details that others miss and notice issues as they’re emerging. You can’t help but proactively jump in to help solve them
• You enjoy no day being the same, being given new challenges, and figuring out the best possible approach to quickly get to the desired outcome

Responsibilities

• Work with the Executive team to lead building our organizational learning machine and enable fast, data-driven iterations across every function and major project
• Design GoodParty.org’s end-to-end data system in close partnership with our Engineering team and own our data visualization and business intelligence suite
• Ensure OKRs and KPIs are effective, trackable, visible, and lead to desired results for our mission
• Investigate lower performing areas and make recommendations for improvements
• Lead cross-functional analytical projects for finance, product, marketing and politics
• Build strategic models and financial models to inform decisions, prepare reports, and give presentations
• Work with Exec team in developing a proprietary Candidate Viability model by analyzing candidate, election, and product usage data
• Report to Chief Operating Officer working on the Ops Team

Preferred Qualifications

• You have worked at a data-driven startup
• You have experience studying, working, or volunteering in politics, political activism, or democracy reform
• You’re sick of sitting on the sidelines watching our democracy fail to meet its potential

Benefits

• 100% coverage of health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents
• We encourage you to take time off to recharge and have an unlimited PTO (sick and vacation) policy. This is a marathon, not a sprint. We believe a work-life balance is needed to get there
• 401(k) program available so you can contribute toward retirement savings (no employer match)
• Individual learning & development budget to fund your growth
• We’ll make sure you’ve got what you need to work remotely through our workspace setup stipend
• If you work from home, we give $50/month to help with your internet and other expenses. If you prefer co-working, that’s an option we can discuss too
• Fully funded for our mission. No stressing over whether the next round of funding will come through. Focus on making an impact. That’s what matters here
• Innovative Bitcoin denominated deferred bonus plan, allowing you to have the amazing upside of being in a startup while working on a truly meaningful mission
• Work where and how you like, on a fully remote team spread across the country