[Remote] Senior Data Scientist at Brightseed

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Telecommunications, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience building AI and/or machine learning models for business applications
3+ years of hands-on experience with training, fine-tuning, evaluating, and deploying models in production
3+ years of experience with data lake and cloud services, preferably GCP
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Operations Research, Statistics, Mathematics or related field. Master’s degree strongly preferred
Data Science or AI certifications
Deep expertise in machine learning, neural networks, computer vision, large language models, natural language processing or similar disciplines
Proficiency in Python and key data science libraries, including Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, Matplotlib and/or Seaborn
Strong capabilities in SQL and experience working with SQL query engines
Experience with Data Visualization tools such as Power BI
Expertise in Agile methodology for product and software development
Structured problem solving & analytical skills

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end AI/ML projects from understanding business needs to data preparation, model development, solution deployment, and post-production monitoring
Dissect and solve complex business problems using analytical and quantitative approaches to identify patterns and correlations in large complex data sets
Integrate and curate data from a wide range of internal and external sources to develop rich datasets for predictive & prescriptive modeling as well as machine learning
Define and implement best practices to generate accurate reports, visualizations & dashboards to explain results simply and succinctly to technical and non-technical users
Create models for visual recognition, processing of natural language that analyze complex data to make predictions or decisions, mimicking human intelligence
Identify the most effective model architecture and parameters to drive accuracy and performance
Liaise with stakeholders to understand their needs and concerns and develop concise analytics to provide actionable insights to influence strategy and performance
Build partnerships, share knowledge, and deliver valuable predictive insights to inform strategic decisions, all the while highlighting potential risks and opportunities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AIMLData AnalysisData ModelingPredictive ModelingPrescriptive ModelingData VisualizationNatural Language ProcessingVisual Recognition

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this Senior Data Scientist position remote?

Yes, the position is fully remote.

What experience is required for this Senior Data Scientist role?

Candidates need 5+ years building AI/ML models for business applications, 3+ years hands-on with training, fine-tuning, evaluating, and deploying models in production, and 3+ years with data lake and cloud services, preferably GCP. A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Operations Research or related field, plus a track record of academic rigor and professional certification are also required.

What is the salary for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Data Scientist?

Responsibilities include leading end-to-end AI/ML projects, solving complex business problems with data analysis, integrating data sources for modeling, creating reports and dashboards, developing models for visual recognition and NLP, and providing actionable insights to stakeholders.

What qualifications will make me stand out for this role?

You will thrive if you have the required 5+ years of AI/ML model building experience, hands-on production deployment expertise, cloud services knowledge (especially GCP), academic rigor with certifications, and a relevant advanced degree.

Brightseed

AI platform for discovering health-boosting compounds

About Brightseed

Brightseed discovers beneficial compounds in nature that can enhance human health using artificial intelligence. Their Forager® platform identifies bioactive compounds—small molecules from plants and microbes that positively affect biological functions. They also offer Brightseed™ Bio Gut Fiber, which contains bioactives that support gut health. By partnering with companies, Brightseed provides insights into bioactives and their health benefits, aiming to unlock the potential of these compounds.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$123.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, & vision

Unlimited PTO

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) plan

Mental health platform

Employee discounts

Cell phone & commuter costs

Parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from established brands like Centrum in the bioactive market.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Manitoba Harvest could limit market reach.

Regulatory scrutiny poses challenges as Brightseed expands in the health and wellness sector.

Differentiation

Brightseed uses AI to discover bioactives, accelerating discovery from years to months.

Forager® A.I. maps bioactives to health outcomes with unprecedented accuracy and speed.

Brightseed's Bio Gut Fiber is made from upcycled hemp hulls, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in personalized nutrition boosts demand for Brightseed's bioactive products.

Rising gut health awareness increases demand for Brightseed's gut health-focused bioactives.

Regulatory support for bioactives in supplements facilitates Brightseed's market expansion.

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