Staff Data Scientist

Summary

Join SmarterDx as a Staff Data Scientist and play a pivotal role in developing and deploying cutting-edge machine learning models for our Smarter Revenue Platform. You will focus on maximizing the business impact of these models by optimizing business logic, refining decision frameworks, and accelerating the model development lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical intelligence and customer satisfaction. This fully remote US-based role is perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to see their work make a tangible difference. SmarterDx uses AI to help hospitals analyze patient records, improving revenue recovery, care quality, and operational efficiency. This is a high-impact role with significant opportunities for growth and development.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related field, preferably in a product-driven environment
• Strong technical foundations in the Data Science & ML space: Strong proficiency in Python and experience with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, or scikit-learn
• Experience deploying machine learning models into production and optimizing model performance based on real-world feedback
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and MLOps best practices
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in NLP and healthcare data: Experience in healthcare or revenue cycle management
• Experience working with structured and text data, including feature engineering and data preprocessing
• Deep understanding of statistical modeling, optimization techniques, and data analysis
• A track record of driving real-world business impact: Prior leadership of significant cross-team initiatives with successful outcomes
• Ability to effectively communicate results to stakeholders and guide alignment as projects progress
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across cross-functional teams including Engineering, Product, and Analytics
• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to balance technical rigor with practical business impact

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and refinement of modeling approaches in collaboration with the Machine Learning Research team while ensuring alignment with product strategy
• Help drive rapid experimentation cycles, guiding teams on prioritization and identifying high-impact modeling opportunities
• Contribute to shared modeling infrastructure, building tools and utilities that accelerate experimentation and standardize workflows across teams
• Partner with Engineering, Analytics, and Product teams to integrate machine learning models into product workflows, ensuring they drive measurable business KPIs
• Identify new product opportunities for ML, adapting existing approaches or developing novel techniques to deliver impact in new areas
• Proactively identify product needs and communicate them effectively across the Data Science and Machine Learning Research Science teams
• Mentor other Data Scientists on the team, providing technical guidance and fostering skill development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a technical team as a manager or technical lead
• Previous experience working in a startup or high-growth environment
• Knowledge of explainable AI techniques and model interpretability best practices
• Experience developing products leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs)

Benefits

• $200-230k base + equity incentives
• Medical, Dental & Vision – Comprehensive plans with leading insurance providers, covering 90-100% of your premiums and 70-90% for dependents, depending on the plan
• One Medical Membership – Free membership included if you enroll in a SmarterDx medical plan
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for birth or adoption
• Remote-First Team – Work from anywhere in the U.S. with a $400 home office reimbursement stipend
• Unlimited PTO & 10 Holidays – 4 of which include floating holidays so you can recognize the days that matter most to you
• Learning & Development Budget – $500 per year (prorated) for courses, books, and resources to expand your skills
• 401(k) with Traditional & Roth Options – Tax-advantaged retirement savings through Empower