Senior Data Scientist

Point Digital Finance, Inc. • Palo Alto, CA

16h • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join our growing data team. You will be responsible for building and deploying machine learning models to support marketing, customer engagement, and core business use cases. You will also monitor model performance, identify and mitigate model deterioration, forecast business outcomes, and maintain high-quality datasets. The role is not limited to working on machine learning and model development and will also include, but not limited to advanced analytics projects such as root-cause analysis, identifying trends in data and building time-series projections.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone advanced in their data science career to enhance their skills in applied machine learning while working closely with other senior data scientists, engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements

• 4–5 years of hands-on experience in data science, applied statistics, or machine learning (internships and projects count).
• Familiarity and experience working with AI toolkits such as Claude or Gemini or similar.
• Strong foundation in Python (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn; PyTorch or TensorFlow a plus).
• Familiarity with SQL for data extraction and transformation.
• Experience with basic machine learning workflows: preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, validation, and monitoring.
• Understanding of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or Python libraries like Matplotlib/Seaborn).
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn — especially around model monitoring, forecasting, and marketing analytics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate insights clearly.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of AI tools
• Strong Excel skills

Nice To Haves

• Expertise on BI dashboarding tools such as Sigma or Tableau preferred

Responsibilities

• Model Development: Design, train, and deploy machine learning models to solve marketing, forecasting, and operational problems.
• Model Monitoring: Track model performance, detect drift or deterioration, and assist in implementing corrective measures.
• Forecasting & Insights: Develop time-series forecasts and performance dashboards that inform marketing strategies and broader business decisions.
• Data Management: Clean, transform, and maintain structured datasets to ensure reliable inputs for analytics and modeling.
• Collaboration: Partner with marketing, product, and business teams to translate requirements into data-driven solutions.
• Documentation & Reporting: Produce clear documentation of models, data pipelines, and processes; communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

• Generous health benefits: We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with options for flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
• Unlimited paid time off: Recharge with unlimited paid time off and 10 company holidays.
• Flexible remote and onsite work: Our teams work from many different locations and time zones. We support fully remote work and also have an amazing in-person environment in our downtown Palo Alto, CA HQ.
• Fully paid parental leave: Point will supplement state Paid Family Leave (PFL) so employees receive 100% of their regular base pay, plus two additional weeks of fully paid leave after state PFL ends. In states without PFL, Point offers up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave. In addition, employees also receive 4 weeks of fully paid transition time, during which you may work 2–3 days per week while receiving full base pay.
• Equity: We offer meaningful equity because we believe in sharing the value you help create. Your contributions directly impact our growth, and your equity gives you a stake in our future success.
• Financial wellness: We provide 401K retirement plans for employees as well as guaranteed life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Extra work/life benefits: We provide monthly stipends for internet, mobile plans, wellness perks, a one-time home office reimbursement, and company provided equipment including a MacBook and monitor.

What This Job Offers

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