# Machine Learning Data Scientist - Consumer Forecasting at OpenAI

- Company: OpenAI
- What the company does: Backed by Greylock, Insight and Khosla.
- Company website: https://openai.com/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: San Francisco
- Work setup: Remote
- Pay: $347K to $445K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-22
- Apply by: 2026-12-06
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/openai/0ca02747-5c97-432b-95c5-4b9099bce992?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/openai-machine-learning-data-scientist-consumer-forecasting/

## About the role

We’re looking for a senior Machine Learning Data Scientist to lead our forecasting initiatives. You’ll be one of the founding members of the Forecasting pillar within Strategic Finance Data Science, responsible for building and scaling robust, interpretable, and production-ready forecasting systems. Your models will power critical business decisions by predicting core metrics such as DAU/WAU, revenue, LTV, compute consumption, and profitability. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Operations Research)
- 7+ years of experience in applied data science, with deep hands-on exposure to forecasting, predictive modeling, or marketplace systems
- Expertise in time-series forecasting techniques and practical understanding of model trade-offs across performance, explainability, and scalability
- Proficiency in Python , SQL , and tools such as scikit-learn, PyTorch/TensorFlow, and forecasting libraries
- Demonstrated experience with model monitoring, debugging, and long-term maintenance in production environments
- Strong communication and storytelling skills - able to simplify complexity and influence executive stakeholders

Tags: Data Science

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