Role Description
Mercor is hiring on behalf of a leading AI research lab to bring on a highly skilled Data Scientist with a Kaggle Grandmaster profile. In this role, you will transform complex datasets into actionable insights, high-performing models, and scalable analytical workflows. You will work closely with researchers and engineers to design rigorous experiments, build advanced statistical and ML models, and develop data-driven frameworks to support product and research decisions. * * * ## What You’ll Do - Analyze large, complex datasets to uncover patterns, develop insights, and inform modeling direction - Build predictive models, statistical analyses, and machine learning pipelines across tabular, time-series, NLP, or multimodal data - Design and implement robust validation strategies, experiment frameworks, and analytical methodologies - Develop automated data workflows, feature pipelines, and reproducible research environments - Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA), hypothesis testing, and model-driven investigations to support research and product teams - Translate modeling outcomes into clear recommendations for engineering, product, and leadership teams - Collaborate with ML engineers to productionize models and ensure data workflows operate reliably at scale - Present findings through well-structured dashboards, reports, and documentation * * * ## Qualifications - Kaggle Competitions Grandmaster or comparable achievement : top-tier rankings, multiple medals, or exceptional competition performance - 3–5+ years of experience in data science or applied analytics - Strong proficiency in Python and data tools (Pandas, NumPy, Polars, scikit-learn, etc.) - Experience building ML models end-to-end : feature engineering, training, evaluation, and deployment - Solid understanding of statistical methods, experiment design, and causal or quasi-experimental analysis - Familiarity with modern data stacks : SQL, distributed datasets, dashboards, and experiment tracking tools - Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present analytical insights * * * ## Nice to Have - Strong contributions across multiple Kaggle tracks (Notebooks, Datasets, Discussions, Code) - Experience in an AI lab, fintech, product analytics, or ML-focused organization - Knowledge of LLMs, embeddings, and modern ML techniques for text, images, and multimodal data - Experience working with big data ecosystems (Spark, Ray, Snowflake, BigQuery, etc.) - Familiarity with statistical modeling frameworks such as Bayesian methods or probabilistic programming * * * ## Why Join - Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI research workflows, collaborating closely with data scientists, ML engineers, and research leaders shaping next-generation analytical systems. - Work on high-impact data science challenges while experimenting with advanced modeling strategies, new analytical methods, and competition-grade validation techniques. - Collaborate with world-class AI labs and technical teams operating at the frontier of forecasting, experimentation, tabular ML, and multimodal analytics. - Flexible engagement options (30-40 hrs / week or full-time) — ideal for data scientists eager to apply Kaggle-level problem-solving to real-world, production analytics.
Remote Data Scientist (Kaggle-Grandmaster) - AI Trainer ($56-$77 per hour) • Diamond Bar, California, US
As a Senior SQL Engineer, you will work remotely on an hourly paid basis to review AI-generated SQL queries, database designs, and data-processing logic, as well as generate high-quality reference ...[internal_linking.show_more]
Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se...[internal_linking.show_more]
Data Scientist Job Duties: Formulates and leads guided, multifaceted analytic studies against large volumes of data.Interprets and analyzes data using exploratory mathematic and statistical techn...[internal_linking.show_more]
OverviewAct as a strategic collaborator across Medical Affairs and cross-functional teams, translating complex clinical data into actionable insights.Support the development of evidence packages th...[internal_linking.show_more]
Principal Data Scientist, Clinical (U.Remote & Temp to Hire)Position OverviewAct as a strategic collaborator across Medical Affairs and cross-functional teams, helping to translate complex clinical...[internal_linking.show_more]
As a remote, hourly paid R Engineer, you will review AI-generated responses and generate high-quality R and data-analysis-focused content, evaluating the reasoning quality and step-by-step problem-...[internal_linking.show_more]
As a Senior Data Scientist, you will work remotely on an hourly paid basis to review AI-generated analytical reasoning, code, and model outputs, as well as generate high-quality reference solutions...[internal_linking.show_more]
DataAnnotation is committed to creating high-quality AI.Join our team to help train the next generation of AI while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and the freedom to set your own schedule....[internal_linking.show_more]
Data Scientist for Analytics (Engineer/Scientist Support).We are seeking a flexible, proactive, and detail-oriented Engineer or Scientist with a passion for analytics and a commitment to delivering...[internal_linking.show_more]
Data Scientist Python, SQL & AWS (Financial Services Domain) - 68092 Pay Rate: $75 - $80/hr We have an immediate need for a Data Scientist based in Irvine, CA 92618, to suppo...[internal_linking.show_more]
This is a contract job opportunityPosition :Financial Data Scientist 8102Location :Remote role.Must live in Eastern Time ZoneSchedule :8 am -5 pm , M-FProjected duration :6 months potential for per...[internal_linking.show_more]
You have the power to make miracles for our families.If you’ve previously had a healthy pregnancy, you may qualify to help intended parents grow their family via IVF and receive $60,000-$100,000+ i...[internal_linking.show_more]
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF DATA SCIENCE.Boot Barn is where community comes first.We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging.We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-t...[internal_linking.show_more]
We are looking for a highly experienced.Principal Technology Architect / Data Scientist.The ideal candidate will be capable of independently analyzing large datasets, building scalable solutions, a...[internal_linking.show_more]
Data Scientist Job Duties: Formulates and leads guided, multifaceted analytic studies against large volumes of data.Interprets and analyzes data using exploratory mathematic and statistical tech...[internal_linking.show_more]
At Kia, we're creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry.It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together.Our culture ...[internal_linking.show_more]
Join the organization that's driving the world's technology and shape the future.Ingram Micro is a leading technology company for the global information technology ecosystem.With the ability to rea...[internal_linking.show_more]
A leading technology company is seeking a Sr Principal Data Scientist to develop and enhance global search and recommendation systems.This role demands extensive experience in data science, specifi...[internal_linking.show_more]
