AI & Data Science Manager

Zicasso; Town of Texas (WI); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive compensation and benefits

Open Paid Time Off policy

Stock options package

401(k) retirement plan

Discounted luxury travel

Company-sponsored business trips

Descripción de la vacante

A leading luxury travel company is seeking an AI & Data Science Manager to lead a remote team of data scientists. You will drive the development of data-driven solutions that enhance customer experiences and optimize business performance. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience in data science, with at least 2 years in leadership, along with proficiency in Python, R, and advanced SQL. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits with a fully remote working arrangement.

Formación

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in data science or related role, with 2 years of team leadership.
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring junior and mid-level data scientists.
• Hands-on expertise in AI, machine learning, and NLP techniques, including model tuning.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, providing guidance and coaching.
• Serve as the primary liaison between data science and other stakeholders.
• Guide the design and implementation of complex predictive models.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Data analysis

Machine learning

Statistical modeling

Effective communication

Educación

Master’s degree in a quantitative field

Herramientas

Python

R

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

Company Overview

Established in 2008, Zicasso is the most‑reviewed and highest‑rated luxury travel company, specializing in immersive custom tours, vacations, and safaris. Our travel specialists are the world’s top 2% of boutique tour operators and travel agents, pre‑vetted and handpicked to create itineraries tailored to each traveler’s unique preferences. Joining Zicasso, you’ll play a key role in bringing travelers’ dreams to life—pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with luxury travel experiences.

Zicasso is a fully remote company spanning five continents. We foster a dynamic, progressive global work environment that values creativity, initiative, and continuous learning. Our team meets biannually for international retreats and summits, providing opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.

The Role

As an AI & Data Science Manager, you will lead a team of talented data scientists, guiding the development of data‑driven solutions that directly impact the company’s strategic decision‑making. You will be responsible for both hands‑on technical contributions and people management, mentoring your team to deliver high‑impact insights that improve operations, enhance customer experiences, and optimize business performance.

This is a fully‑remote, full‑time position for candidates who live in Texas, USA. Work hours are flexible but should overlap with California hours (up to 4 PM Pacific Time).

Key Responsibilities

People Management and Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of data scientists, providing coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Manage project allocation, set priorities, and define project roadmaps to align the team’s work with business objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the data science team and cross‑functional stakeholders, translating business needs into technical requirements.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and results‑oriented team culture.

Technical and Strategic Responsibilities

• Maintain hands‑on expertise by leading the design, development, and validation of complex predictive models and data‑driven solutions, including machine learning and natural language processing (NLP).
• Guide the team in analyzing large, complex datasets to uncover strategic insights that drive product innovation and business growth.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and interpretation of A/B tests and multi‑variant experiments.
• Collaborate closely with data engineering teams to ensure scalable data infrastructure and maintain data quality.
• Provide training and guidance on utilizing data analysis and reports to foster a data‑centric culture across the organization.

Required Experience

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience as a Data Scientist or related role, with at least 2 years leading a team of data professionals.
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring and coaching junior and mid‑level data scientists.
• Help shape the data science strategy in line with organizational goals.
• Proficiency in Python or R, with experience implementing ML pipelines and frameworks.
• Advanced SQL skills, with experience working on large‑scale relational and/or distributed datasets.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Hands‑on experience with statistical analysis, predictive modeling and data mining on large and complex datasets.
• Hands‑on expertise in AI, machine learning, and NLP techniques, including model development, tuning, and validation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, translating ambiguous business challenges into actionable analytics projects and team roadmaps.
• Effective collaborator with experience working independently in remote team environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, data analysis techniques, and experimental design.
• Proficiency with various data science tools and programming languages (Python, R, SQL) and experience working with large datasets.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex data insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Ability to translate analytical findings into strategic recommendations that drive business decision‑making.

What We Offer

• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package (medical, dental, vision).
• Open Paid Time Off policy and 10 days of company‑paid holidays.
• Stock options package.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Substantially discounted luxury travel during off‑season.
• Two company‑sponsored business trips each year at international destinations we serve.