Principal Data Scientist

Job Description

A Day in the Life

• Set the direction for advanced analytics projects and guide data science initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to identify opportunities for leveraging data to drive business solutions.
• Lead end-to-end data science projects, from problem formulation and data acquisition to model development, deployment, and monitoring.
• Ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality.
• Apply cutting-edge statistical, machine learning, and artificial intelligence techniques to solve complex business problems.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and incorporate new methodologies as appropriate.
• Drive experimentation and innovation, identifying opportunities to improve existing processes, products, and services using data science.
• Work closely with product managers, data engineers, software developers, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into analytic solutions. Foster a culture of data literacy across the organization.
• Coach and mentor junior and mid-level data scientists, providing technical guidance, career development, and support. Lead by example in best practices for code, modeling, and documentation.
• Design, build, and validate advanced analytical models using a variety of tools and programming languages
• Ensure adherence to data privacy, security, and ethical guidelines in all analyses and model deployments.
• Present findings, insights, and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences, including executives, in clear, compelling ways.
• Create documentation and reports to share methodologies and results.
• Lead cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives, acting as a subject matter expert for data science questions.
• Other duties as assigned

We Are Looking For Someone Who Brings

• Experience:
• Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 8+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or advanced analytics, with a proven track record of successful project delivery and leadership.
• Technical/Computer Skills:
• Expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, deep learning, data mining, and predictive analytics.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL, and familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and MLOps tools for deployment and monitoring of models.
• Experience building and deploying large-scale, production-grade machine learning systems.
• Strong knowledge of data visualization tools and techniques.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to creatively solve complex, ambiguous challenges.
• Commitment to ethical data science practices and knowledge of regulatory frameworks relevant to data privacy and security.
• Other Skills:
• Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy through data-driven insights.
• Demonstrated ability to solve business problems and communicate insights to drive decision-making to both a technical and non-technical audience
• Strong mentorship and coaching skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interpret and convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences
• Track record of collaborating across disciplines and with stakeholders at all levels.

About Us

Momentive Software amplifies the impact of over 30,000 purpose-driven organizations in over 30 countries. Mission–driven organizations and associations rely on the company’s cloud-based software and services to solve their most critical challenges: engage the people they serve, simplify operations, and grow revenue. Built with reliability at the core and strategically focused on events, careers, fundraising, financials, and operations, our solutions suite is bound by a common purpose to serve the organizations that make our communities a better place to live. Learn more at momentivesoftware.com

Why Work Here?

At Momentive Software, we’re a team of passionate problem-solvers, innovators, and volunteers who believe in using technology to make a real difference. We dream big, support each other, and take pride in creating solutions that help our customers drive meaningful change. If you’re looking for a place where your work matters and your ideas are valued, you’ll find it here.

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan & Company Match

Flexible Planned Paid Time Off

Generous Sick Leave

Casual Environment

Purpose-Driven Culture

Work-Life Balance

Passionate About Community Involvement

Company Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Short Term Disability

Remote Flexibility

Momentive Software actively embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a meaningful way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be, which is why we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

All persons hired will be required to verify identity, minimum age of 18, eligibility to work in the United States (without sponsorship), and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.