Lead Data Scientist

Lead Data Scientist – EdTech

Location: Remote (U.S.-based)

Type: Full-Time

A leading EdTech company is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to help shape the future of learning by turning complex data into meaningful insights that drive innovation, improve student outcomes, and elevate the learning experience.

This is a high-impact role that bridges data science, machine learning, and product strategy, with a focus on delivering actionable, scalable solutions that serve educators and students nationwide.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, build, and deploy machine learning models to support key objectives like learning efficacy, user engagement, and product optimization
• Analyze structured and unstructured data sets to extract insights and guide product decisions
• Collaborate with engineering, product, content, and assessment teams to define data-driven opportunities
• Support AI and ML strategy in collaboration with product and executive leadership
• Translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Work with data engineers to build and maintain robust data pipelines and integrations
• Develop dashboards and visualizations that communicate key trends and learning outcomes
• Contribute to an evolving AI roadmap that aligns with broader organizational goals
• Stay up to date on modern tools and techniques in machine learning and generative AI
• Balance experimentation with practical deployment to ensure real-world impact
• Perform other duties as needed in support of strategic initiatives

What You Bring:

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in a hands-on data science role (preferably with applied ML models in production)
• Expertise in Python (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow), R, and SQL
• Familiarity with cloud-based big data tools such as Spark, Snowflake, Hive, or AWS Redshift
• Strong background in statistical modeling, forecasting, and classification methods
• Experience building and communicating visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and prioritize strategic goals
• Eagerness to translate models and insights into real-world education products
• A passion for driving measurable outcomes in K–12 education through technology

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision plans (including $0 premium options)
• 401(k) with company match
• 16 paid holidays (including floating holidays and a winter break)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parental and family-building leave and benefits
• Access to mental health and wellness support
• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
• Paid volunteer days
• Fully remote work environment with mission alignment

If you're a data science leader excited to apply your skills to help shape the future of digital learning and educational equity, we’d love to hear from you.