[Remote] Senior Data Scientist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. National Debt Relief (NDR) is seeking an experienced and versatile Senior Data Scientist to join our Data Intelligence team. This role is designed for an experienced data science professional with proven experience in building and deploying enterprise-grade production machine learning and artificial intelligence models, focusing on enhancing the team’s capacity to develop and deploy complex models efficiently.ResponsibilitiesServe as a strategic addition to the data science team, contributing advanced technical expertise to complement existing skillsConceptualize, develop, and deploy production-grade ML models and AI applications, consistently delivering projects within 8–12-week timeframesApply sophisticated data science techniques, including unsupervised learning, clustering, time series analysis, anomaly detection, NLP, topic modeling, and generative AI, to address business challengesImplement and maintain ML Ops practices to streamline and manage the full model lifecycle for scalable, production-ready solutionsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and translate them into impactful data science solutionsUse strong SQL (Snowflake preferred) and Python skills for data preparation, analysis, and model developmentDemonstrate high business acumen by understanding the practical implications of data science projects and communicating effectively with stakeholdersPresent complex analyses and results to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring clarity and actionable insightsMentor junior team members, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and data innovationSkillsBachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field required7 years of professional full-time data science experience, with a proven track record of developing and deploying production-grade ML modelsAdvanced proficiency in Python and SQL (Snowflake preferred), with significant hands-on experienceDeep expertise in ML Ops and experience managing production model workflowsProven application of a variety of advanced data science techniques beyond classification and regression, including unsupervised learning, clustering, time series analysis, anomaly detection, NLP, topic modeling, and generative AIDemonstrated ability to develop and deploy models while meeting project deadlines, with examples of successful implementationsHigh level of business acumen, with practical experience in client-facing roles or sales preferredExceptional communication skills for explaining complex data insights to diverse audiencesAbility to foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovationComputer competency and ability to work with a computerPrioritize multiple tasks and projects simultaneouslyExceptional written and verbal communication skillsPunctuality expected, ready to report to work on a consistent basisAttain and maintain high performance expectations on a monthly basisWork in a fast-paced, high-volume settingUse and navigate multiple computer systems with exceptional multi-tasking skillsRemain calm and professional during difficult discussionsTake constructive feedbackAvailable for full-time positionA master's or Ph.D. is preferredCandidates should have experience with marketing attribution and optimization modelingExperience in financial services or a related industryExperience with data warehouse solutions like Snowflake, Azure, Redshift, or GCPExtensive experience with DataRobot or similar platforms is highly preferredExperience in marketing optimization models is a plusFamiliarity with data visualization tools for impactful presentationsExposure to collaborative tools such as JIRA and MiroBenefitsGenerous Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits401(k) with Company MatchPaid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Sick Days, and Vacation12 weeks Paid Parental LeavePre-tax Transit BenefitsNo-Cost Life Insurance BenefitsVoluntary Benefits OptionsASPCA Pet Health Insurance DiscountWellness Incentive ProgramCompany OverviewNational Debt Relief, a certified Great Place to Work®, was founded with the goal of helping an expanding number of consumers deal with overwhelming debt. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.nationaldebtrelief.com.Company H1B SponsorshipNational Debt Relief, LLC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 4 in 2022, 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.