[Remote] Senior Data Scientist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Shippo is a company focused on becoming the shipping layer of the internet, aiming to empower merchants through advanced logistics technology. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will lead data product strategy, develop innovative data solutions, and mentor junior data scientists while collaborating with various teams to drive impactful initiatives.ResponsibilitiesLead comprehensive analyses of shipping data to identify and prioritize high-value opportunities for new product features and strategic initiativesDrive deep investigations into carrier performance, delivery optimization, cost reduction strategies, and user behavior patterns to shape product strategyDesign and execute sophisticated analytical frameworks to assess market opportunities, competitive positioning, and product-market fitOwn the end-to-end research process, from hypothesis generation to implementation roadmap, and effectively communicate strategic recommendations to leadershipDevelop advanced machine learning prototypes and proof-of-concepts that validate new features and establish technical feasibility, such as intelligent routing algorithms, dynamic pricing models, or predictive analytics capabilitiesCreate well-documented, production-ready code and models that can be seamlessly handed off to engineering teams for scaling and deploymentDesign A/B testing and other experimental frameworks by applying inferential statistical techniques to measure the impact of product changesInterpret results with statistical rigor, ensuring confidence in findingsProvide recommendations based on insights, helping stakeholders make informed decisions on product optimizations and new initiativesProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level data scientists, fostering their professional growth and analytical capabilitiesLead cross-functional initiatives that require coordination across Data Science, Engineering, Product, and Business teamsContribute to the development of data science best practices, tools, and frameworks that enhance team productivity and impactChampion data-driven culture and literacy across the organization through training, knowledge sharing, and stakeholder engagementCommunicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, adapting your message for both technical and executive stakeholdersDrive alignment across multiple teams and departments on analytical approaches, success metrics, and strategic prioritiesRepresent the data science team in strategic planning sessions and contribute to company-wide initiatives and objectivesSkills6+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or related roles with demonstrated progression of responsibility and impactMaster's degree or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related quantitative field preferred. A bachelor's degree with exceptional experience will be consideredAdvanced proficiency in Python for data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modelingStrong proficiency in SQL for querying and manipulating large datasetsDemonstrated experience translating ambiguous business challenges into structured analytical frameworks and actionable solutionsTrack record translating analysis into shipped product development, operational workflows, or data science initiativesStrategic thinking and ability to balance short-term deliverables with long-term visionPractical application of data wrangling, data cleaning, and exploratory data analysis (EDA)Understanding of statistical methods and machine learning techniques to extract deeper insights from dataWillingness to take on a wide range of tasks, big or small, stepping in wherever needed drive business successStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaborativelyExcellent communication skills—able to present findings to technical and non-technical audiencesExperience with Databricks and lakehouse patterns (e.g., Spark, MLflow)Experience in shipping logistics or carrier operationsExperience setting team-wide standards (metrics governance, experimentation playbooks, model readiness criteria)BenefitsHealthcare coverage for medical, dental, and vision (90% covered by the company, incl. dependents). Pets coverage is also available!Take-as-much-as-you-need vacation policy & flexible working hoursOne week-long company wide winter slow down3 Volunteer Days Off (VTOs)WFH stipend to set up your home officeCharity donation match up to $100Dedicated programs, coaching, tools, and resources for your professional and career growth as well as an individual learning stipend for your personal and focused growthFun team in person time through our Shippos Everywhere program which includes regular team and company off-sites throughout the year as well as local Shippos gatheringsCompany OverviewShippo is a shipping platform with tools for label creation, tracking, and carrier comparisons, saving time and cost. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://goshippo.com.Company H1B SponsorshipShippo has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 1 in 2025, 5 in 2024, 8 in 2023, 14 in 2022, 11 in 2021, 10 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.