# Data Scientist, Principal at Hut 8

- Company: Hut 8
- Company website: https://www.hut8.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Miami, FL
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-08-27
- Apply by: 2026-10-12
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hut8/jobs/5405055008
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/hut-8-data-scientist-principal/

## About the role

As Principal, Data Scientist, you will lead the development of advanced analytical and machine learning solutions that help Hut 8 make better decisions, improve performance, and create new products and capabilities. You will work across the organization to frame ambiguous business problems, identify high-value opportunities for data science, and turn complex data into models, insights, and decision-support products with measurable impact.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Business Analytics, or a related field, advanced degree preferred
- 6+ years of progressive experience in data science, machine learning, advanced analytics, or a closely related discipline, with a demonstrated record of leading high-impact initiatives
- Strong proficiency in Python and SQL, with advanced experience using statistical and machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn, XGBoost, PyTorch, TensorFlow, or comparable tools
- Deep understanding of statistical modeling, hypothesis testing, experimental design, model evaluation, feature engineering, and machine learning fundamentals
- Experience developing and operationalizing models in production, including model versioning, reproducibility, monitoring, performance evaluation, and collaboration with engineering teams
- Demonstrated ability to work with time-series data, forecasting, optimization, anomaly detection, or other analytical methods relevant to complex operational and business problems

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