ibotta
Senior Data Scientist
$144K–$165K
Hybrid - Denver · Hybrid · Senior · Full-time · Posted Sep 14, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years; the posting does not state an alternative.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Analytics or a related field required.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
About the job
Uses statistical and machine learning methods to build models and datasets, analyze customer and product behavior, and deliver insights that support business growth and decision-making.
What you'll do
- Collaborate with stakeholders, architects, and data engineers to prepare data for analysis and modeling.
- Analyze large datasets, build and optimize models, and inform experimental design.
- Prioritize and lead projects, build cross-departmental relationships, and mentor others in data science.
What they ask for
- 5+ years of experience in a professional data science or machine learning role.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Analytics or a related field.
- Expert-level Python knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Expert-level knowledge of database manipulation, query languages, and graph data schemas.
Nice to have
- Spark or PySpark experience; strong understanding of experimental design and time series analysis.
- MLOps experience; conference presentations, professional publications, and/or recognized internet presence.
Pay
$144,000 - $165,000 USD base salary
Tools
Python, Spark, PySpark
AI focus
Build and optimize machine learning models using statistical and machine learning techniques to predict outcomes, forecast trends, improve decisions, and support business growth.
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