Job Description:
As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in our Data Science and Machine Learning (DSML) team, driving strategic projects from inception to implementation! You will leverage your deep expertise in data science, machine learning, and statistical analysis to solve complex challenges, enhance our product offerings, and deliver actionable insights that propel our business forward. This role requires a blend of technical mastery, strategic thinking, and leadership to foster innovation and deliver results!
Who you're committed to being:
You enjoy learning and are open to new ways of doing things. When communicating you are self-aware, insightful, and proactive. You are a team member first and individual contributor second. You are aware that high-performing teams are only as strong as their weakest link. Does this sound like you? Take a look at what you'll do at Pluralsight.
What you'll do:

• Lead and execute end-to-end data science projects, including problem definition, data exploration, model development, and deployment.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to define project objectives, align on priorities, and ensure successful outcomes.
• Develop and implement advanced machine learning models and algorithms to drive product innovation, improve user experience, and optimize business processes.
• Coach, mentor and develop data scientists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data science and machine learning; advocate for their adoption within the team and organization.
• Communicate complex data-driven insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders through clear visualizations and presentations.
• Drive the development of scalable data science frameworks and tools to enhance team productivity and impact.
• Develop, promote, and support Data Science principles and best practices.

Experience you'll bring:

• The ability to see the big picture across multiple projects within the DS/ML workspace.
• You have coached and mentored peers while leading out on best practices.
• Partnership with technical leadership to provide recommendations on solution design and architecture.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S.) in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related field, with a proven track record of leading and delivering impactful data science projects.
• Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical methods, and their practical applications.
• Proficiency in programming languages and tools commonly used in data science (e.g., Python, R, SQL) and experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work on complex issues requiring innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor team members and collaborate across functions.
• Diplomatic and collaborative leadership style, leading through seeking context and influence.
• Experience in deploying machine learning models in production environments and familiarity with MLOps principles is a plus.

Why you'll love working here:

• We're remote- and hybrid-friendly
• We're mission driven and values guided
• We have a strong commitment to diversity and belonging
• We cultivate a culture of trust, autonomy, and collaboration
• We're lifelong learners and champion team member growth and advancement
• We've got you covered - team member benefits include competitive compensation packages, medical coverage, unlimited PTO and Summer Fridays, wellness reimbursements, Pluralsight subscription, professional development funds and more.

About us:
We're Pluralsight, the technology workforce development company that helps teams build better by knowing more and working better together. Using our Skills, Flow, and Cloud product, teams can develop critical skills, improve processes and gain data-driven insights.
We're a community of growth seekers and lifelong learners who are out to do big things that make a difference in people's lives, and we're looking for curious, talented people to join us. Our culture of trust, autonomy, and genuine collaboration create an environment where you'll grow as a human and as a professional. Because to us, your growth is our growth, and vice versa.
Work is performed in an office (or home office) environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Sedentary work. Repetitive work. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Bring yourself. Pluralsight is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or protected veteran status. Pluralsight will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please visit the bottom of our website to learn how to request an accommodation.
For more information on Pluralsight's commitment to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce, please review our most recent Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging report here.
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