Data Scientist

Goosehead Insurance Agency LLC; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Goosehead Insurance Agency LLC is seeking a senior Data Scientist in the US to lead data initiatives, deliver production-grade ML models, and drive enterprise-wide impact. You will partner with executives to translate business challenges into analytical solutions and mentor a growing team.

You will work on scalable frameworks, model governance, and ethical AI while staying ahead of AI research and new technologies to maintain Goosehead as an industry leader.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data science with end-to-end production solutions.
• Proficiency in Python and ML libraries (scikit-learn, XGBoost, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Deep experience with SQL and handling large-scale datasets.
• Ability to lead teams and mentor junior scientists while staying hands-on.
• Ability to translate business problems into structured analytical solutions with ROI.
• Strong communication skills for executive and technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the vision for Goosehead's data science initiatives and opportunities across the enterprise.
• Design, develop, and deploy production-grade ML systems impacting efficiency, automation, and personalization.
• Develop frameworks and reusable methodologies for experimentation, interpretability, and decision intelligence at scale.
• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, fostering technical excellence and learning.
• Partner with executive leadership to translate challenges into data science strategies and measurable impact.
• Establish best practices in data science operations, including reproducibility, governance, and ethical AI.
• Stay ahead of AI research, LLMs, and emerging technologies; drive adoption of innovations.

Skills

Python

ML libraries

SQL

Team leadership

Problem framing

Executive communication

Production ML

Tools

Databricks

Azure

Snowflake

Docker

CI/CD

Job description

About Goosehead

Since 2003, Goosehead Insurance has been disrupting the insurance industry by giving clients the power of choice, utilizing a smarter marketing approach, and delivering world‑class service. This is all powered by our focus on hiring and retaining extraordinary people. Our clients trust us with their most valuable possessions, so we’re more than just a bit selective when it comes to hiring new team members.

Who You Are

You are a curious and experienced Data Scientist who enjoys solving real‑world problems with a hyper‑focus on impact. You’re comfortable owning the full lifecycle of a project — from exploratory analysis to building and deploying models in production. You think critically, communicate clearly, and are passionate about driving measurable outcomes. You thrive in cross‑functional teams and can bridge technical rigor with business context.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the vision for data science at Goosehead, identifying transformative opportunities across the enterprise.
• Design, develop, and deploy production‑grade machine learning systems that directly impact strategic priorities, including operational efficiency, intelligent automation, and client personalization.
• Develop new frameworks and reusable methodologies to advance experimentation, model interpretability, and decision intelligence at scale.
• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, fostering a culture of technical excellence, creativity, and continuous learning.
• Serve as a thought partner to executive leadership, translating business challenges into data science strategies and articulating impact through clear storytelling.
• Establish and uphold best practices in data science operations — including reproducibility, model governance, and ethical AI principles.
• Stay ahead of the curve in AI research, LLMs, and emerging technologies; drive adoption of innovations that position Goosehead as an industry leader.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data science, with a strong portfolio of impactful, end‑to‑end solutions in production environments.
• Expertise in Python and machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit‑learn, XGBoost, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Deep experience with SQL and manipulating large‑scale datasets across structured and unstructured formats.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and mentor junior scientists while maintaining hands‑on technical expertise.
• Proven experience framing ambiguous business problems into structured, analytical solutions with measurable ROI.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex ideas for both executive and technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (Databricks, Azure, and/or Snowflake), containerization (e.g., Docker), and CI/CD for ML.
• Advanced understanding of LLMs and generative AI, including fine‑tuning, RAG pipelines, and prompt engineering.
• Familiarity with causal inference, uplift modeling, or reinforcement learning in real‑world systems.
• Background in insurance, financial services, or similarly regulated industries.
• Experience in leading cross‑functional initiatives that combine data engineering, product, and business domains.

Benefits Summary

• High‑quality voluntary health, vision, disability, life, and dental insurance programs.
• 401(k) Matching Plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Corporate‑sponsored programs to enhance employee physical, financial, mental, and emotional wellness.
• Financial Solution Program.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Goosehead is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, guidelines, and regulations. Goosehead strictly prohibits and does not tolerate unlawful discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered person because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All applicants for employment and all Goosehead employees are given equal consideration based solely on job‑related factors, such as qualifications, experience, performance, and availability.