Lead Data Scientist at Finalis

Why does this role matterFinalis is a high-growth VC-backed fully remote startup using AI to build the future of private capital markets. Were entering the next phase of our development as a company and looking to leverage our proprietary data to create data-informed products that add valuable insight for our customers.As Lead Data Scientist you will be the driving force to build a world-class ML and AI insights practice at Finalis. You will establish methodological rigor for analysis and predictive modeling. You will also mentor our data science team. Led by your efforts the data team will deliver high-impact analytical solutions that drive value throughout the Finalis platform.What Youll Be Doing Develop models that drive value for users based on a deep understanding of our customers our business and the data within the Finalis platformGenerate valuable insights that can be leveraged throughout our productsEnsure data consistency and accuracy across all platforms helping promote data-driven decision-making throughout FinalisCollaborate with product and engineering to establish our MLOps foundation Take new models from ideation to prototyping to validation to productionInform the C-suite of key platform insights and ensure that we create a self-service data culture where data team members focus on high-value products and modelingMentor junior team members to help them develop and growWhat You Bring5 years of professional Data Science and Machine Learning experienceAt least 5 years of experience using Python for machine learningBachelors degree from a top-tier universityA growth mindsetAn ability to thrive in a fast-paced ambiguous environmentExperience working in a collaborative environment with engineers user researchers and product teamsExperience developing/fine-tuning models via Sagemaker Bedrock and/or Vertex AILow ego collaborative and open-mindedInterest in financial products and AI-augmented user experiencesExperience with AI tools for prototyping/codingNice To HavesFintech and SaaS experiencePrevious exposure to investment and capital marketsAn advanced degree in Statistics or a similar field What do we offerHigh-ownership leadership role with meaningful influence across engineering and product.Remote-first flexibility with a collaborative team culture.Opportunity to scale with a mission-driven AI-enabled platform serving real-world users.A team that values thoughtful strategy clear execution and technical excellence without ego100% Remote work (Work from wherever you want)Potential for equity grant in FinalisGenerous Paid time-off (Vacation Time!)Additional 17 Flex Days (to use in national holidays or personal matters)People Team Partner (to target your roadblocks and customize an action plan for your career path)Buddy ProgramVirtual After-Office ActivitiesDiverse Culture & Inclusive Environment Why work with FinalisWe are a fast-paced startup which will enable you to develop skills quickly and work in an entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks is everyday business. As we have Finalists from different countries and cultures we encourage our team members to develop their soft skills boosting their ability to adapt to different backgrounds.Finalis values:Deliver with IntegrityDream BoldlyEmpower through LeadershipValue LearningFinalis provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability genetics sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds experiences perspectives and abilities. Key Skills Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Machine Learning,Biochemistry,Assays,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Research & Development,cGMP,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 165 - 195