Location: San Francisco, CA (Remote)
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm (Remote)
Compensation: $61.00 - $75.00/hr
Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Data Scientist to lead impactful, mission-driven projects that improve government services in areas such as tax, criminal justice, and social safety nets. In this full-time, remote, contract/temporary role, you will leverage your expertise in data analysis, predictive modeling, and AI to drive evidence-based decision-making. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including researchers, engineers, product managers, and stakeholders, to translate data insights into actionable solutions that promote equity and efficiency. This position offers an excellent opportunity to apply your advanced data science skills to social impact work, with significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct descriptive and inferential data analysis on diverse datasets (40%) to identify problems and measure impact; collaborate with teams to identify areas for improvement.
Develop, implement, and monitor predictive models utilizing advanced AI/ML techniques, including generative AI, to enhance product and service delivery.
Design and maintain dashboards, visualizations, and evaluation pipelines to communicate insights and improve AI system performance.
Investigate barriers faced by users, working with qualitative research teams to develop hypotheses and inform data-driven solutions.
Collaborate with program, product, engineering, and design teams to prioritize analytics initiatives where AI and data capacity can maximize impact.
Lead complex projects from planning to delivery, establishing technical documentation and ensuring timely communication of progress and deliverables.
Mentor junior data scientists, contribute to best practice standards, and foster a collaborative, innovative team environment.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental goals.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a related analytics role.
Proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and experience working with collaborative coding tools (e.g., GitHub, Jupyter, Google Colab).
Strong background in statistical concepts, data transformation, and modeling with data warehouses such as BigQuery or Snowflake.
Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow) and large language models, including prompt engineering and API integrations.
Expertise in building dashboards and reports using tools like Metabase, Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage cross-functional relationships, and communicate technical insights clearly to non-technical audiences.
Passion for leveraging data to promote social impact and experience working in mission-driven environments.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Familiarity with data transformation tools like dbt and working within cloud-based data ecosystems.
Background in social safety net programs, criminal justice, or related government services.
Experience with tax policy and related data analysis.
Fluency in additional languages beyond English.
Personal experience with the justice system, social safety programs, workforce training, or other relevant government domains.
Curiosity about emerging AI tools and a responsible approach to their usage.
At Premier Talent Partners, we are a people-centered recruitment firm with a strong focus on skills-based hiring. We specialize in placing individuals in roles ranging from entry-level to VP level across various fields, including Customer Success, Sales & Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Administrative, HR, Operations, and Technology. Our expertise spans contract/temporary, temporary-to-permanent, permanent, and employer-of-record services, and we are committed to equitable & inclusive hiring practices on a national scale.
Benefits: Eligible employees may have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored programs, subject to eligibility requirements. (If this is a contract role: This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits unless otherwise required by law.)
If you have an interest in exploring other positions similar to this one, please note that compensation ranges and benefits offerings may vary by role and assignment.
We do consider applications from qualified candidates with prior arrests and conviction records, in accordance with applicable regulations.
Work authorization: At this time, we are unable to offer employment sponsorship.
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