[Remote] Data Scientist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Shipt is a retail tech company that connects people to reliable, high-quality delivery with a personal touch. As a Data Scientist specializing in geospatial intelligence, you will develop advanced models and data systems to improve delivery success and reduce operational costs, collaborating with product managers and engineers to translate insights into actionable decisions.ResponsibilitiesDevelop advanced models and data systems that leverage location, routing, traffic, and spatial signals to improve delivery success, reduce operational costs, and create a better experience for customers and driversWork with large-scale GPS traces, mapping data and geospatial datasetsCollaborate with product managers, logistic operators and software engineers to turn models into real-world systemsDesign experiments and translate complex geospatial insights into actionable operational decisionsSkillsMS or PhD in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or other quantitative fields2+ years of experience with geospatial data (ex. GPS traces, spatial indexing systems, or routing systems)Strong understanding of predictive modeling, feature engineering, experimentation and causal inferenceStrong Python skills with experience in libraries such as: pandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch or TensorFlowAbility to work with large datasets and distributed systems (ex. Spark, BigQuery, Snowflake, etc.)Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceBenefitsEmployees (and eligible family members) are covered by medical, dental, vision and more.Employees may enroll in our company’s 401k plan.Employees will also be eligible to receive discretionary vacation for exempt team members, paid holidays throughout the calendar year and paid sick leave.Other compensation includes eligibility for an annual bonus and the potential for restricted stock units based on role.Company OverviewShipt is a grocery delivery service that lets members order groceries and alcohol from their local store for delivery right to their door. It is a sub-organization of Target. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.shipt.com.Company H1B SponsorshipShipt has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 6 in 2026, 40 in 2025, 66 in 2024, 46 in 2023, 83 in 2022, 78 in 2021, 40 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.