Data Scientist

Senior Data Scientist | Orlando | Hybrid

We're working with Disney Experiences on this exciting opportunity.

Are you a seasoned Data Scientist with a passion for retail and a knack for creating magical customer experiences? Disney Experiences is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to spearhead advanced analytics and machine learning initiatives, optimizing customer segmentation, assortment rationalization, and promotion strategies across their iconic brick-and-mortar and e-commerce platforms. If you're ready to leverage your expertise in Python, SQL, and cutting-edge cloud platforms like Google Cloud Platform and Snowflake to drive impactful data-driven decisions that shape the future of retail, this is your chance to shine!

The Role

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced statistical and machine learning models for customer segmentation, promotion optimization, and demand forecasting.
• Architect and implement scalable data pipelines and model workflows using Python, SQL, and cloud platforms (GCP, Snowflake) for continuous data integration and retraining.
• Develop dynamic dashboards and self-service analytics solutions using Tableau or Looker to provide actionable insights to cross-functional partners.
• Collaborate with product, merchandising, marketing, and technology teams to translate business questions into structured analytics problems and drive strategic decisions.
• Mentor and guide data scientists and analysts, promoting best practices in code quality, model validation, reproducibility, and responsible AI.

What You'll Need

• 5+ years as a Data Scientist with expertise in retail, covering customer segmentation, performance forecasting, and business optimization.
• Proven experience developing and optimizing retail strategies using advanced analytics across brick-and-mortar and e-commerce channels.
• Proficient in developing insightful dashboards and visual analytics with tools like Tableau to monitor key retail metrics and support data-driven decision-making.
• Deep knowledge of predictive modeling techniques including regression, time series forecasting (ARIMA, Prophet), causal inference, and machine learning methods (XGBoost, LightGBM).
• Expert-level skills in Python (pandas, scikit-learn, statsmodels, PyMC) and SQL for large-scale retail datasets, with hands-on experience in GCP, Snowflake, BigQuery, and Spark.

What's On Offer

• Join a dynamic and innovative team at Disney Experiences, shaping the future of retail through cutting-edge data science.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly enhance guest experience and drive revenue growth for beloved Disney brands.
• Comprehensive rewards package including health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and exclusive Disney perks.
• Thrive in a collaborative hybrid work environment in the magical city of Orlando, FL.

Apply via Haystack today!