Lead Data Scientist

Summary

Join CodePath as their Lead Data Scientist and lead the charge on their growing data team! This is a remote, full-time position offering a competitive salary ($135,000-$175,000) and comprehensive benefits. You will collaborate with stakeholders to build and maintain next-generation data infrastructure, design and execute data science initiatives, and develop ML models and BI analyses. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, a strong foundation in statistics and machine learning, and excellent communication skills. You'll be instrumental in shaping CodePath's data strategy and contributing to their mission of transforming computer science education. This is a challenging and exciting opportunity for an experienced data scientist to make a significant impact.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in data science, machine learning, or a related field
• Strong foundation in statistics, data analysis, and machine learning algorithms
• Proficient in Python or R, with experience in using libraries such as pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch
• Experience working with cloud-based platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure, especially in deploying machine learning models and querying data from data warehouses
• Substantial experience in SQL and working with large datasets, including data wrangling, cleaning, and transformation
• Familiarity with data engineering tools and concepts, and a strong understanding of how data models and pipelines support advanced analytics
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex analytical concepts to non-technical audiences in an understandable and engaging manner
• Experience with best practices for tools like Jupyter Notebooks, Git, and version control to ensure robust, reproducible analyses
• Proven ability to take projects from conceptualization to deployment, with an aptitude for problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Able to work productively under uncertainty, and deals with obstacles constructively with an eye on moving the organization towards goals

Responsibilities

• Work with senior leaders to set and execute on a strategy for measuring and evaluating CodePath's impact
• Collaborate with data engineers and stakeholders to design, refine, and deploy data pipelines that feed models and analytics processes
• Create and maintain dashboards, visualizations, and reports that communicate complex analyses in a clear and actionable manner using tools like Tableau or other BI platforms
• Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify trends, patterns, and insights, and communicate findings to stakeholders
• Develop and implement models, including statistical and machine learning models, to support business decision-making
• Develop and maintain data processing workflows for model training, evaluation, and deployment
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and translate business problems into analytical questions
• Develop and maintain documentation for data science workflows, models, and methodologies that help achieve business goals and support impact measurement

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to drive projects from conception to completion
• Aptitude for problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup environment
• Proactive, independent, responsible attitude with the ability to learn quickly

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (90% employer-covered)
• Employer-funded healthcare reimbursement
• FSAs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays
• 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• An annual year-end company closure (Dec 24 – Jan 2)
• $1,000 annual professional development stipend
• Home office setup support
• CodePath is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), helping employees manage student loan debt
• Pet wellness plans
• Legal services
• Home/auto insurance discounts
• Exclusive marketplace savings
• This is a 100% remote position—work from anywhere in the U.S.!