About this role
The Senior Data Scientist - Embedded Insights role at Plaid is based at the San Francisco headquarters and suits an experienced analytical professional looking to establish the analytics backbone for machine learning and product initiatives. This position involves partnering with machine learning engineers to evaluate model performance, shape network health metrics, and drive data-informed decisions.
Role Overview
The Senior Data Scientist - Embedded Insights serves as the inaugural data scientist for the Embedded Insights team within Plaid's Data organization. The professional builds foundational analytics frameworks, evaluates machine learning models, and translates complex data findings into actionable recommendations for product and engineering leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
Nice to Have
Skills and Tools
Salary and Benefits
The salary range is $190.8K to $262.8K with offers of equity. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.
About the Company
Founded in 2013, Plaid builds tools and experiences that developers and thousands of companies use to connect users to financial accounts. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company maintains offices in New York, Seattle, Washington D.C., Raleigh, London, and Amsterdam, with a network covering thousands of financial institutions across the US, Canada, UK, and Europe.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply on the official company careers page.
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the salary range for the Senior Data Scientist position?
The salary range is between $190.8K and $262.8K, with additional offers of equity.
How many years of experience are required for this role?
Candidates must have 6+ years of industry experience in data science or a related analytics role.
What educational background is needed?
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, or a closely related field is required.
What benefits are provided by Plaid?
Plaid provides a comprehensive benefit plan that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), along with equity.
Where is the job located?
The position is located at the San Francisco HQ.