Director of Data Science

Remote; Columbia, Missouri; Kansas City, Missouri, United States

EquipmentShare

Get the newest equipment, track your entire fleet and put your assets to work when you aren't using them, all with EquipmentShare.

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EquipmentShare is Hiring a Director of Data Science.

Equipmentshare is searching for a Director of Data Science. As a Director of Data Science you will work with other data scientists, data engineers, business analysts, developers, designers and product managers on interdisciplinary initiatives, using math, stats and machine learning to derive structure and knowledge from raw data across various parts of our rental business and SaaS product.

Your Opportunity to Grow With Us as Director of Data Science

The EquipmentShare team is a close-knit group of professionals who all share an interest in providing a service and product that improves our customer’s experience. Above all, we care about building something people want, and the only way to do that is by assembling a skilled, passionate and talented team. 

You are a highly collaborative individual who is capable of laying aside your own agenda, listening to and learning from colleagues, challenging thoughtfully and prioritizing impact. You search for ways to improve things and work collaboratively with colleagues. You believe in iterative change, experimenting with new approaches, learning and improving to move forward quickly. You’ll work with our Head of Analytics, Director of Product, VPs of Experience and Engineering and frequently collaborate with our founders to solve complex operational problems and identify ways to embed science into our digital product.

Primary Responsibilities for Director of Data Science

  • As a Director of Data Science, you will build, shape and lead a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.  
  • The Science team is a core service, which works at the intersection of our SaaS platform and our rental operations. In this role, you will manage competing priorities and focus on building for continuous learning and development at scale.

Why We’re a Better Place to Work

  • Remote First
  • True Work/Life balance
  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance and medical coverage benefits
  • 401(k) and company match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Management commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment 
  • Choice of MacBook Pro, Linux, or Windows machine
  • Wellness benefits including a Gym stipend for remote employees
  • Family monthly dinner stipend
  • Volunteering and local charity initiatives that help you nurture and grow the communities you call home
  • Opportunities for career and professional development with conferences, events, seminars and continued education. 
  • 6 free audio books a month centered around personal & professional development 

About You 

The teams that our Director of Data Science will work with are fully remote and highly autonomous. However, you should be able to occasionally (once a quarter) work from common team hub locations. 

Our Director of Data Science loves a challenge and wants the opportunity to grow with a fast-paced company. Industry competitors often have layers of tenured management that create barriers to career advancement. The opportunity for career growth is unparalleled at EquipmentShare, where you’ll find no shortage of challenging yet fulfilling work, chances to build new skills and supportive teammates who will push you to achieve your best. 

Our mission to change an entire industry is not easily achieved, so we only hire people who are inspired by the goal and up for the challenge. In turn, our employees have every opportunity to grow with us, achieve personal and professional success and enjoy making a tangible difference in an industry that’s long been resistant to change. 

Skills & Qualifications for Director of Data Science

Minimum qualifications:

  • MSc or PhD level in the field of computer science, machine learning, applied statistics, mathematics or similar relevant area of study
  • Programming experience in at least two of the following languages: R, Python, Scala, SQL
  • Experience in applying advanced analytical and statistical methods in the commercial world
  • Experience in statistical modeling and machine learning techniques
  • Experience in applying data science methods to business problems
  • Good presentation and communication skills with the ability to explain complex analytical concepts to people from other fields
  • 7+ years of experience in the field of production level applied science
  • 5+ years of experience leading interdisciplinary teams
  • 3+ years of work experience working with executive leaders 

Preferred qualifications:

  • You are published 
  • You hold or share patents
  • You have experience or knowledge working in the Construction and/or Fulfillment industries

EquipmentShare is an EOE M/F/D/V

* Salary range is an estimate based on our AI, ML, Data Science Salary Index 💰

Tags: Computer Science Engineering Linux Machine Learning Mathematics PhD Python R Scala SQL Statistical modeling Statistics

Perks/benefits: 401(k) matching Career development Competitive pay Conferences Fitness / gym Gear Health care Home office stipend Team events Wellness

Regions: Remote/Anywhere North America
Country: United States
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