About this role
The Lead Data Scientist role at Brigit is a full-time hybrid position located in New York City focusing on developing, enhancing, and maintaining core machine learning models. This opportunity suits an experienced data professional with a background in building end-to-end predictive solutions within a collaborative startup environment.
Role Overview
Brigit aims to assist the millions of Americans living paycheck to paycheck by offering accessible financial services and promoting financial wellness. As part of the data team, the Lead Data Scientist tackles problem spaces such as evaluating credit risk, detecting early fraud, and optimizing transaction timing to prevent customer overdrafts. Professionals in this position handle rich structured data to extract insights, create complex models, and collaborate across product, engineering, and data science departments to establish best practices.
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About the Company
Brigit operates as a holistic financial health company dedicated to helping everyday Americans achieve a brighter financial future through transparent, fair, and simple financial products. Recognized widely by organizations like Built In, Fast Company, Business Insider, and Forbes, the company fosters a dynamic, flexible, and collaborative startup culture where autonomy and meaningful employee input are highly valued.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly on the official Brigit careers page to be considered for this position.
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What is the location of the Lead Data Scientist position?
The role is based in New York City with a hybrid work arrangement.
What is the salary range for this role?
The anticipated annual base salary is between $185,000 and $215,000, along with a 10% annual bonus opportunity.
How many years of experience are required?
Applicants must have 6+ years of experience doing data science, covering both modeling and analysis.
What technical skills are needed for the job?
Candidates must know Python and SQL, and have experience with standard toolkits like pandas, sklearn, JupyterLab, statsmodels, and matplotlib.
What benefits are provided by Brigit?
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible PTO, a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave, wellbeing perks like Wellhub and Headspace, monthly Wi-Fi and cell phone stipends, and learning and development reimbursements.