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Lead Data Scientist

Zoro
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2025

Company Summary :

Zoro is an eCommerce company that's on a mission to help business owners get everything they need to run their businesses and thrive-from office supplies to power tools. But we're way more than a website. We're a team of great people with an award-winning culture. Check us out and see for yourself!

Job Summary :

The Lead Data Scientist serves as a key technical leader within our data science team, focusing on customer-facing search and recommendation products and the content enrichment that powers them. This role combines model development, team mentorship, and collaboration with business partners. Staying current with advancements in ML and AI techniques, you'll apply them to address Zoro's unique business challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • You serve as a technical expert, applying advanced data science methodologies to address business needs.
  • You take ownership of developing and implementing new data science models within your area of responsibility, ensuring robust, effective approaches are used.
  • You assess and manage risks associated with production models, making informed recommendations on model retraining, versioning, and improvements.
  • You provide guidance and mentorship to team members, supporting their successful project completion.
  • You advocate for and encourage the adoption of team conventions and industry best practices to maintain high standards.
  • You collaborate with business partners to scope, prioritize, and initiate data science projects.
  • You collaborate with other technologists to design effective solutions.

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Engineering); an advanced degree is preferred.
  • 5 years of experience in data science or a closely related discipline.
  • Proficiency in writing production-level Python code, developing algorithms, and deploying data science models.
  • Deep expertise in statistical methods and machine learning concepts, with the ability to mentor team members on methodologies, model tuning, and evaluation techniques.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience building and maintaining models for real-time applications
  • Background in e-commerce, with familiarity in website metrics, search and recommendation systems, customer purchasing behavior, and marketing strategies
  • Proven ability to collaborate with business partners, establish trust, manage timelines, and provide insightful recommendations
  • Compensation :

    Below is the anticipated base pay compensation range for this position. This position is eligible for participation in our short-term incentive program in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.

    The range provided is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

    The anticipated compensation range described below is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

    Illinois

    113,100-$188,500 USD

    Zoro Values and Inclusive Culture :

    Zoro is dedicated to fostering an environment where people of all backgrounds and beliefs are represented and valued. We aim to empower all of our employees to learn about, raise awareness of, and promote diversity and inclusion through all of our workplace interactions. Zoro is a place where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive.

    We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

    Salary : $113,100 - $188,500

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