Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Premier Talent Partners is a people-centered recruitment firm specializing in skills-based hiring. They are seeking a highly skilled Staff Data Scientist to lead impactful projects that improve government services, leveraging expertise in data analysis and AI to drive evidence-based decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Conduct descriptive and inferential data analysis on diverse datasets (40%) to identify problems and measure impact; collaborate with teams to identify areas for improvement
- Develop, implement, and monitor predictive models utilizing advanced AI/ML techniques, including generative AI, to enhance product and service delivery
- Design and maintain dashboards, visualizations, and evaluation pipelines to communicate insights and improve AI system performance
- Investigate barriers faced by users, working with qualitative research teams to develop hypotheses and inform data-driven solutions
- Collaborate with program, product, engineering, and design teams to prioritize analytics initiatives where AI and data capacity can maximize impact
- Lead complex projects from planning to delivery, establishing technical documentation and ensuring timely communication of progress and deliverables
- Mentor junior data scientists, contribute to best practice standards, and foster a collaborative, innovative team environment
- Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental goals
Skills
- Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a related analytics role
- Proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and experience working with collaborative coding tools (e.g., GitHub, Jupyter, Google Colab)
- Strong background in statistical concepts, data transformation, and modeling with data warehouses such as BigQuery or Snowflake
- Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow) and large language models, including prompt engineering and API integrations
- Expertise in building dashboards and reports using tools like Metabase, Tableau, Power BI, or Looker
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage cross-functional relationships, and communicate technical insights clearly to non-technical audiences
- Passion for leveraging data to promote social impact and experience working in mission-driven environments
- Familiarity with data transformation tools like dbt and working within cloud-based data ecosystems
- Background in social safety net programs, criminal justice, or related government services
- Experience with tax policy and related data analysis
- Fluency in additional languages beyond English
- Personal experience with the justice system, social safety programs, workforce training, or other relevant government domains
- Curiosity about emerging AI tools and a responsible approach to their usage
Benefits
- Eligible employees may have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
- (If this is a contract role: This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits unless otherwise required by law.)
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