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About the role
As a Senior Data Scientist , you will collaborate cross-functionally with Product Managers, Engineers, and Analysts to scope and deliver on Data Science opportunities. You’ll own the Data Science lifecycle from end to end - from wrangling data in our warehouse to building and deploying models to analyzing experiment results and quantifying model impact. At The Zebra, Data Scientists write the code for the models that run in production with platform support from software engineers - no handoffs involved! Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- As we evaluate candidates across all roles, we look for folks with a strong sense of ownership, great communication and collaboration skills, and a dedication to continuous improvement
- 5+ years experience in a technical data role with 3+ years of hands-on experience building machine learning / statistical models
- MS / PhD in a quantitative field is a plus but not required
- Proven mathematical foundation and knowledge of a variety of ML and statistical methods (e.g. regression, classification, clustering, experimental design)
- Solid foundation in software engineering with a strong proficiency in both core Python and the Python data ecosystem (sklearn, pandas/polars, etc)
- Comfortable owning models in production — CI/CD, testing, orchestration, monitoring, and retraining
More about this role
TheZebra.com meets customers right where their search for car and home insurance begins: online. We provide easy-to-use tools and services, plus friendly, licensed agents who offer advice and guidance at any point along the way. The Zebra has helped customers compare over 74 million quotes since 2012. At its heart, both insurance and tech industry veterans collaborate together to simplify insurance shopping for customers. In today’s digital world, The Zebra’s customer-centered approach offers people the choices they want and simplicity they need.
The Zebra was recently named an Austin Business Journal's 2026 Best Place to Work . Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome.” Building the best product, the best teams, and the best company comes from inviting a diverse array of voices, backgrounds and perspectives to contribute, making everyone feel welcome. Our Zeebs are passionate about learning, growing, and working together to tackle exciting problems.
As a Senior Data Scientist , you will collaborate cross-functionally with Product Managers, Engineers, and Analysts to scope and deliver on Data Science opportunities. You’ll own the Data Science lifecycle from end to end - from wrangling...
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