Senior Data Scientist
Splash Financial
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per year
Job Level
Senior
Tech Stack
Python
About the role
- Analyze and interpret complex datasets to generate clear, actionable insights that inform business and product decisions.
- Design, build, and deploy machine learning models that enhance underwriting, risk management, customer experience, and other core fintech functions.
- Write clean, efficient Python code for data analysis and model development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs.
- Provide constructive feedback on data analyses and model implementations.
- Work within an OKR-driven organization with a clear mission.
- Participate actively in our highly collaborative, fully remote culture.
Requirements
- At least 3–5+ years in data science, machine learning, or a closely related field, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering). PhD-level research or industry experience, especially with a hypothesis-driven problem-solving approach, is highly valued.
- Proficiency in Python for data analysis, modeling, and production-level code.
- Experience with classical machine learning and a solid understanding of statistical modeling, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques.
- High candor, providing and accepting constructive feedback graciously.
- Understanding that there can be multiple correct solutions, with a willingness to disagree and commit.
- Experience in unsecured lending and installment loan industries is a big plus.
Benefits
- Fully remote work freedom
- Competitive salary packages
- Flexible PTO + 9 company holidays
- Equity: Share in our start-up success
- Comprehensive and affordable insurance benefits
- Paid parental leave for both caregivers
- Essential equipment to get the job done
- 401(k) for your future savings
- Quarterly meet-ups: In person & virtual fun
- Awesome Splash swag to flaunt your team spirit
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
data analysismachine learningPythonstatistical modelingfeature engineeringmodel evaluationhypothesis-driven problem-solvingproduction-level codedata interpretationclean coding
Soft skills
collaborationconstructive feedbackhigh candordisagree and commitactionable insightscommunicationteamworkadaptabilityproblem-solvingremote work
Certifications
MSPhD