Proven track record of hands-on data science impact on real-world problems, not just research or dashboards.
Strong proficiency in SQL for complex, large-scale datasets.
Experience in building and supporting production ML systems, including exposure to LLM-based products.
Ability to independently scope ambiguous problems and drive work to completion.
Strong communication skills for explaining complex analyses to non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end data science work from problem framing to production impact.
Drive complex initiatives to deliver measurable revenue or cost improvements.
Develop new metrics, models, or workflows to address business challenges.
Design, build, and support ML or LLM-powered solutions in collaboration with engineering and product teams.
Use SQL fluently to explore and validate data.
Collaborate with various teams to align on goals and execution plans.
Raise the bar for data science quality and impact through mentorship and technical leadership.
Benefits
Work from anywhere in the US with a digital-first approach.
Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
Tuition reimbursement support.
Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
401(k) plan with company match.
Additional health and wellness benefits and perks.
Empowering and flexible work environment.
Full Job Description
We are looking for a StaffData Scientist | ML for our "Pay" team (claims payments product) to advance our models further. In addition to building best-in-class models, this person will create technical frameworks and tools to help the team achieve greater scale and improved business outcomes.
What You'll Do
Solve real business problems with data: Own end-to-end data science work, from problem framing and data exploration to modeling, validation, and production impact.
Lead high-impact initiatives: Drive complex efforts such as vendor leakage detection and prevention, delivering measurable revenue or cost improvements.
Innovate on methods and approaches: Go beyond standard analyses by developing new metrics, models, or workflows when existing approaches fall short.
Build and productionize models: Design, build, and support production ML or LLM-powered solutions in collaboration with engineering and product partners.
Work deeply with data: Use SQL fluently to explore large datasets, build reliable data assets, and validate results.
Influence cross-functionally: Partner with Product, Engineering, Finance, and Operations to align on goals, tradeoffs, and execution plans.
Set technical direction (especially at L7): Raise the bar for data science quality, scalability, and impact across the organization through mentorship, design reviews, and technical leadership.
What You'll Bring
Proven track record of hands-on data science impact on real-world problems, not just research or dashboards.
Strong proficiency in SQL, with experience working directly on complex, large-scale datasets.
Experience building, shipping, or supporting production ML systems, preferably some exposure to LLM-based products or workflows.
Ability to independently scope ambiguous problems, identify the right data and methods, and drive work to completion.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex analyses and models to non-technical stakeholders.
What We Offer
Work from anywhere in the US! Machinify is digital-first.
Top Medical/Dental/Vision offerings
FSA/HSA
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive salary, 401(k) with company match
Unlimited PTO
Additional health and wellness benefits and perks
Flexible and trusting environment where you'll feel empowered to do your best work
The salary for this position is based on an array of factors unique to each candidate: Such as years and depth of experience, set skills, certifications, etc. We are hiring for different levels, and our Recruiting team will let you know if you qualify for a different role/range. Salary is one component of the total compensation package, which includes meaningful equity, excellent healthcare, flexible time off, and other benefits and perks.
About Machinify
Machinify is a software and technology services company that provides a platform for businesses to automate their workflows. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to help businesses streamline their operations and improve efficiency. Machinify's software can be used in a variety of industries, including finance, healthcare, and retail. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in New York City.
