Staff Data Scientist, Windfall

• 8+ years of professional industry experience in data science, with a proven track record of leading complex machine learning projects from conception to completion
• Deep, expert-level knowledge of machine learning theory and its practical application, including extensive experience with classification, regression, and feature engineering
• Mastery of Python and its data science ecosystem
• Expert-level SQL skills, with the ability to write optimized queries against large-scale datasets
• A strategic, product-driven mindset with a history of influencing product roadmaps and tying data science initiatives directly to business outcomes
• Hands-on experience with the engineering aspects of data science, including proficiency with Docker for containerization and experience building and deploying data pipelines
• Eligible to work within the United States

Desirable

• We are looking for a deeply technical Staff Data Scientist to join our Modeling & AI team
• In this role, you will be the go-to expert for our most complex modeling challenges
• You will be a hands-on-keyboard architect, designing and building sophisticated, scalable machine learning systems that power our model offerings
• You'll spend your time tackling ambiguous problems, pioneering novel modeling techniques, and writing production-grade code that elevates the technical bar for the entire team
• Your work will be directly applied, as you collaborate closely with customers to develop a range of models—from sophisticated marketing and lead scoring models to donation likelihood models that empower top nonprofit organizations worldwide
• This position is ideal for an individual who is passionate about deep technical exploration, solving challenging technical problems, and constructing robust, end-to-end ML solutions that deliver immense value to our clients
• Architect and Own Modeling Solutions: You will lead the design and own the end-to-end lifecycle of our most sophisticated machine learning models, from ideation and strategic planning through to deployment and long-term performance monitoring
• Synthesize Diverse Datasets: You will become an expert at blending first-party customer data with Windfall's proprietary data assets to engineer novel features and build highly predictive models
• Build for Scale: You will go beyond individual models to design and build scalable, reusable data pipelines and modeling frameworks that improve the efficiency and capabilities of the entire team
• Innovate and strategize: Address complex, ambiguous problems and craft creative modeling solutions to meet diverse customer needs across various industries
• Communicate with Impact: You will be responsible for clearly communicating model performance, methodology, and business impact to both technical and non-technical stakeholders