Senior Data Scientist

As a Senior Data Scientist at Fictiv, you will be a key driver in identifying and solving complex business challenges using data. You will partner with stakeholders across Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Product, and Engineering to define problems, explore opportunities for optimization, and design data science solutions that improve efficiency, scalability, and profitability. This hands-on, impact-oriented role involves taking projects from ideation through deployment, including data exploration, feature engineering, model development, validation, and integration into production workflows, directly influencing Fictiv’s ability to operate more efficiently, innovate faster, and deliver value.

Must Have

• Lead the scoping, planning, and delivery of high-impact data science projects.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on data-driven modeling and machine learning techniques.
• Design, develop, and deploy predictive and prescriptive models.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities and translate them into scalable solutions.
• Contribute to the standardization of data science best practices.
• Guide the organization in applying proper statistical standards to A/B and multivariate tests.
• Partner with the AI Research Group to prototype and implement AI-driven solutions.
• Prepare, clean, and transform complex datasets for advanced modeling and AI initiatives.
• Collaborate with Data Engineering to ensure high-quality, reliable data pipelines.
• Mentor and guide analysts and junior data scientists.
• Work closely with product managers and engineering teams to integrate data science capabilities.
• Communicate results clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Document modeling approaches, assumptions, and methodologies.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment.

Good to Have

• M.S. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field (Ph.D. preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in data science and machine learning with a proven track record of delivering measurable business impact.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, forecasting, reinforcement learning) and model evaluation frameworks.
• Hands-on experience preparing and curating datasets for machine learning or AI research.
• Demonstrated experience in experimental design, hypothesis testing, and A/B test evaluation.
• Demonstrated expertise in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, etc.) and SQL.
• Strong background in data exploration, feature engineering, and model validation.
• Demonstrated skill in developing and operationalizing ML-driven solutions.
• Experience working with modern data platforms such as Snowflake, Fivetran, or dbt.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and data governance principles.
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and use data-driven reasoning.
• Experience developing predictive and prescriptive models for pricing, demand forecasting, workflow automation, or vendor performance optimization is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of data and analytics architecture.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional initiatives.
• Familiarity with operations research techniques (linear programming, simulation, constraint optimization).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, operate independently, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent leadership and collaboration skills, with experience mentoring junior data scientists or analysts.
• Passionate about learning new technologies, staying current with emerging AI methods.
• Excellent communication skills.

This role is based in our Oakland, CA office, with 2-3 days per week required in the office

Impact In This Role

As a Senior Data Scientist, you will be a key driver in identifying and solving complex business challenges using data. You will partner with stakeholders across Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Product, and Engineering to define problems, explore opportunities for optimization, and design data science solutions that improve efficiency, scalability, and profitability. You’ll take projects from ideation through deployment — including data exploration, feature engineering, model development, validation, and integration into production workflows.

This is a hands-on, impact-oriented role where you will work directly with business and technical partners to develop predictive models, optimization frameworks, and AI-driven tools that enhance Fictiv’s core operations — from scheduling and vendor capacity management to pricing, costing, and workflow automation. You’ll also ensure that data science initiatives are built on sound statistical foundations, follow best practices, and deliver meaningful, interpretable outcomes.

In addition, you’ll collaborate with the Data Analytics Manager and the broader Data Engineering & Analytics team to scale Fictiv’s data capabilities. You’ll mentor peers, contribute to the development of shared methodologies, and help establish standards for modeling, experimentation, and data quality across the organization. Your work will directly influence Fictiv’s ability to operate more efficiently, innovate faster, and deliver value to both customers and manufacturing partners.

You will report to the Data Analytics Manager.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the scoping, planning, and delivery of high-impact data science projects that address complex business challenges across pricing, supply chain, scheduling, and manufacturing operations
• Serve as the subject matter expert on data-driven modeling and machine learning techniques
• Design, develop, and deploy predictive and prescriptive models that enable smarter decision-making, improve forecasting accuracy, and drive automation across business workflows
• Partner with cross-functional leaders in Operations, Finance, Product, and Engineering to identify opportunities where data science can create a measurable impact and translate those opportunities into scalable solutions
• Contribute to the standardization of data science best practices, including model governance, experimentation design, and statistical validation frameworks
• Guide the organization in applying proper statistical standards to A/B and multivariate tests, ensuring experiments are well-designed, results are accurately interpreted, and findings are reproducible and actionable
• Partner with the AI Research Group to prototype and implement AI-driven solutions to improve workflow efficiency, including intelligent pricing systems, predictive maintenance, and process automation
• Prepare, clean, and transform complex datasets to support advanced modeling and AI initiatives, including generating synthetic, anonymized, or simulated data as needed to train or validate machine learning and reinforcement learning systems
• Collaborate with Data Engineering to ensure high-quality, reliable data pipelines and feature sets that support advanced analytics and model development
• Mentor and guide analysts and junior data scientists, helping elevate modeling rigor, data storytelling, and analytical thinking across the organization
• Work closely with product managers and engineering teams to integrate data science capabilities into Fictiv’s digital platform and operational tools
• Communicate results clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing actionable insights and recommendations that influence strategic decisions
• Document modeling approaches, assumptions, and methodologies to ensure reproducibility and transparency of results
• Thrive in a collaborative environment — open to feedback, discussion, and iteration in pursuit of the best solutions

Desired Traits

• M.S. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field (Ph.D. preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in data science and machine learning with a proven track record of delivering measurable business impact
• Hands-on experience with machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, forecasting, reinforcement learning) and model evaluation frameworks
• Hands-on experience preparing and curating datasets for machine learning or AI research, including cleaning, transformation, labeling, and creation of synthetic or anonymized data for model training or simulation purposes
• Demonstrated experience in experimental design, hypothesis testing, and A/B test evaluation, with a clear understanding of sampling, control groups, and significance testing in applied business contexts
• Demonstrated expertise in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, etc.) and SQL, with the ability to design efficient data pipelines and feature engineering workflows
• Strong background in data exploration, feature engineering, and model validation, with the ability to design experiments and evaluate model performance rigorously
• Demonstrated skill in developing and operationalizing ML-driven solutions that enhance business workflows while ensuring models are interpretable and scalable
• Experience working with modern data platforms such as Snowflake, Fivetran, or dbt, and integrating models into BI or operational systems (e.g., Sigma, Tableau, Power BI)
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and data governance principles
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and use data-driven reasoning to identify opportunities for process improvement or risk mitigation
• Experience developing predictive and prescriptive models for pricing, demand forecasting, workflow automation, or vendor performance optimization is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and use data-driven reasoning to identify opportunities for process improvement or risk mitigation
• Experience applying advanced analytics, predictive modeling, or optimization techniques within manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, or operations-focused environments is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to translate ambiguous business problems into structured data science solutions, from hypothesis through implementation
• Working knowledge of data and analytics architecture, data warehousing concepts, and data governance best practices
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional initiatives, communicating effectively with engineering, product, and business stakeholders
• Familiarity with operations research techniques (linear programming, simulation, constraint optimization) and their application to scheduling, resource allocation, and capacity management is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, operate independently, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Excellent leadership and collaboration skills, with experience mentoring junior data scientists or analysts and leading large, cross-functional initiatives
• Passionate about learning new technologies, staying current with emerging AI methods, and applying them pragmatically to create business value
• Excellent communication skills — able to present technical findings clearly to both executives and technical audiences
• Ability to work effectively across time zones and communicate fluently in professional English, both written and verbal

Travel

Ability to travel and work in an office up to 50% of the time

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing this job, the employee must sit, walk, talk, and hear; use hands to type, fingers to handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, crawl, reach, and stretch.

Salary Range: $220,000 to $240,000 per year