Jobot is recruiting a Senior Data Scientist for a fintech firm seeking to advance its analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities. This fully remote opportunity offers an annual salary of $150,000 to $180,000, plus a performance bonus and comprehensive benefits. The successful candidate will bring strong data science expertise, hands-on experience with large language models, and the communication skills to turn complex technical work into practical business outcomes. About The Company Our client is a fintech organization investing in advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI-driven solutions. The company values collaboration between business and technical teams and is building scalable data capabilities to support meaningful decisions and solve complex challenges. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-visibility initiatives and help shape how AI and data science are applied across the business. The role is fully remote, offering flexibility while working with colleagues across functions. About The Role As Senior Data Scientist, you will lead the development and deployment of machine learning solutions, with particular emphasis on LLM-based applications. You will contribute throughout the AI development lifecycle, from identifying opportunities and preparing data to training, validating, deploying, and improving models. Working closely with business and technical partners, you will translate organizational needs into effective data solutions and communicate results in a clear, actionable way. This role is suited to a thoughtful problem-solver who can combine technical depth with a practical, solutions-oriented approach and take ownership from initial concept through implementation and iteration.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, mathematics, engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree or Ph.D. is welcome but not required. Candidates must bring strong experience in data science, artificial intelligence, or machine learning, including hands-on experience with large language models. Proficiency in Python or R and strong SQL skills are required. You should have a demonstrated record of building and deploying machine learning models and experience supporting AI development and machine learning training workflows. Experience in fintech, financial services, insurance, or reinsurance is preferred. Familiarity with productionizing AI models in enterprise settings and working with large-scale or complex datasets is also beneficial. In addition to technical qualifications, the successful candidate will be comfortable explaining complex concepts to non-technical audiences, collaborating across teams, and balancing analytical rigor with business priorities.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy machine learning and AI models, including solutions powered by large language models. Build and optimize data models and pipelines that enable analytics and AI initiatives. Support the full AI development lifecycle, including model training, validation, deployment, and ongoing evaluation. Work with cross-functional partners to understand business problems, identify opportunities, and deliver data-driven solutions. Present technical findings and complex insights as clear, relevant recommendations for non-technical stakeholders. Monitor model performance, reliability, and scalability, and make improvements as needs evolve. Serve as a trusted thought partner to the business, bringing a constructive and solutions-focused perspective. Take ownership of projects end to end, from defining the approach and developing the solution to execution, measurement, and continued refinement.

Benefits

This position offers an annual salary of $150,000 to $180,000, an annual performance bonus, and 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage. The benefits package includes a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match and unlimited paid time off. The role is 100% remote, providing flexibility in where you work while contributing to impactful AI and analytics initiatives. Equal Opportunity Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Jobot prohibits harassment based on protected characteristics and complies with applicable laws regarding unemployment status and background checks. Background checks, when required, are conducted with candidate authorization and in accordance with applicable law. Candidate information and application materials are subject to Jobot’s privacy notices and policies.