Lead Data Scientist

Learning Care Group • Novi, MI

7h • $138 - $155

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced and influential Lead Data Scientist to drive complex analytics initiatives, provide thought leadership, and shape the direction of data science work across the team. As a senior individual contributor, you will lead end-to-end data science projects, partner closely with stakeholders, and mentor junior members to elevate analytical quality. You will leverage expertise across statistical analyses, machine learning, experimentation, and big data to deliver insights and solutions that directly influence business strategy.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with 5–7 years of experience; or Bachelor’s degree with 7–9 years of experience in data science or advanced analytics.
• Proven experience leading and delivering data science projects end-to-end, including scoping, execution, stakeholder engagement, and presenting results.
• Strong expertise in: Statistical analysis and inference, Regression and predictive modeling, A/B testing and experimentation, Machine learning methods (supervised and unsupervised), Big data analysis (e.g., distributed computing, PySpark)
• Proficiency in Python/PySpark, R, and SQL.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect analytical work to strategic and operational outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated ability to influence senior partners and simplify complex concepts.
• Ability to mentor and guide team members, improving overall analytical capability.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with ML Ops, experimentation platforms, or large-scale analytics systems.
• Experience defining analytical roadmaps or thought leadership at the team/initiative level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-impact data science projects, providing structure, methodology, and clear analytical direction.
• Conduct advanced analytics, including statistical analyses, regression modeling, predictive modeling, A/B testing, and machine learning.
• Design and guide experimentation strategies, ensuring rigorous methodology and accurate interpretation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to define problem statements, manage expectations, and communicate outcomes with clarity and influence.
• Provide thought leadership on analytical approaches, modeling techniques, experimentation strategy, and data science best practices.
• Mentor and support junior data scientists and analysts through peer review, technical coaching, and project guidance.
• Build reproducible analytical workflows using Python/PySpark, R, and SQL.
• Translate complex technical findings into business-focused insights and strategic recommendations.
• Uphold high standards for analytical rigor, coding quality, and documentation.

Benefits

• Compensation based on position, education and experience. Bi-weekly paid.
• Base salary range: $138-155k/yr
• This position is eligible for our Support Central bonus program which is based on annual achievement of company performance.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Employees are eligible for a variety of health and welfare benefits based on their Full-time or Part-time status on their date of hire, which include medical, dental, vision, healthcare & dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life insurance, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pre-paid legal, pet insurance and identity theft protection.
• Employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan after 30 days of employment. Participating employees are also eligible to receive a company provided match on their elective deferrals once they reach 1 year of employment with the company.
• Employee perks/discounts: Education assistance including tuition reimbursement, Childcare discount available to all employees, Corporate partner Discounts
• This position is eligible for paid time off. All Corporate employees are enrolled in our Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plan. This plan allows for flexibility and discretion between employees and managers in taking time off - with no set accrual for vacation or sick time. Employees can use Flexible PTO for any reason and is compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Work Act.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level