Learning Care Group · 2 days ago
Lead Data Scientist
Novi, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$138K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expLearning Care Group is a community-focused organization dedicated to caring for children and families. They are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to drive complex analytics initiatives, mentor junior team members, and influence business strategy through data-driven insights.
EdTechEducationE-Learning
Responsibilities
Lead and deliver high-impact data science projects, providing structure, methodology, and clear analytical direction
Conduct advanced analytics, including statistical analyses, regression modeling, predictive modeling, A/B testing, and machine learning
Design and guide experimentation strategies, ensuring rigorous methodology and accurate interpretation
Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to define problem statements, manage expectations, and communicate outcomes with clarity and influence
Provide thought leadership on analytical approaches, modeling techniques, experimentation strategy, and data science best practices
Mentor and support junior data scientists and analysts through peer review, technical coaching, and project guidance
Build reproducible analytical workflows using Python/PySpark, R, and SQL
Translate complex technical findings into business-focused insights and strategic recommendations
Uphold high standards for analytical rigor, coding quality, and documentation
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with 5–7 years of experience; or Bachelor's degree with 7–9 years of experience in data science or advanced analytics
Proven experience leading and delivering data science projects end-to-end, including scoping, execution, stakeholder engagement, and presenting results
Strong expertise in: Statistical analysis and inference, Regression and predictive modeling, A/B testing and experimentation, Machine learning methods (supervised and unsupervised), Big data analysis (e.g., distributed computing, PySpark)
Proficiency in Python/PySpark, R, and SQL
Strong business acumen with the ability to connect analytical work to strategic and operational outcomes
Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated ability to influence senior partners and simplify complex concepts
Ability to mentor and guide team members, improving overall analytical capability
Preferred
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Experience with ML Ops, experimentation platforms, or large-scale analytics systems
Experience defining analytical roadmaps or thought leadership at the team/initiative level
Benefits
50% childcare discount
Immediate access to benefits
Innovative health programs
401(k) company match
Flexible schedules
The ability to bring your children to work with you
Paid time off
Ongoing training
Tuition reimbursement
Credential assistance
Master Teacher Program
Health and welfare benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Healthcare & dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Life insurance
Disability
Accident
Critical illness
Hospital indemnity
Pre-paid legal
Pet insurance
Identity theft protection
401(k) retirement plan
Company provided match on their elective deferrals
Education assistance including tuition reimbursement
Corporate partner Discounts
Paid time off
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
Company
Learning Care Group
Learning Care Group is the Second-largest for-profit child care provider .
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
PSP Investments
2018-03-13Series Unknown
2014-05-05Acquired
Leadership Team
John Bork
President, Chief Executive Officer
Adam Schober
Chief Financial Officer
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