Data Scientist Sr

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Ashley Furniture Industries as a Senior Data Scientist, leading innovative data science initiatives to optimize our operations in a collaborative environment. You will develop advanced machine learning models, guide junior staff, and work closely with business stakeholders to deliver impactful analytical solutions. This role demands a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in data analytics and team leadership.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts on Home Furnishings

Professional Development Opportunities

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data science with project leadership experience.
• Advanced analytics and cloud platform skills required.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex data science projects from conception to implementation.
• Design advanced machine learning models to solve business problems.
• Mentor and guide junior data scientists on best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science

Ph.D. in Data Sciences

Tools

Python

SQL

Tableau

AWS

TensorFlow

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Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc., is the largest furniture manufacturer in the world. Established in 1945, Ashley offers one of the industry’s broadest product assortments to retail partners in 123 countries.

Summary

Senior Data Scientist

On-Site ; Tampa, FL

• As a Senior Data Scientist at Ashley Furniture Industries, you will lead complex data science initiatives and provide technical guidance to junior team members while developing sophisticated analytical solutions across our retail, manufacturing, and supply chain operations. Reporting to the Lead Data Scientist.
• You will design and implement advanced machine learning models, conduct in-depth statistical analyses, and collaborate with business stakeholders to drive data-informed decision-making that delivers measurable business impact.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced machine learning models and statistical analyses to address complex business challenges
• Lead high-priority data science projects from conception to implementation and evaluation
• Mentor junior data scientists and provide technical guidance on methodologies and best practices
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Identify opportunities for optimization and innovation across business processes
• Design and analyze experimental frameworks to measure the impact of implemented solutions
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and approaches to enhance the team's capabilities
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and technical teams
• Contribute to the development of data science standards and best practices
• Ensure quality and reproducibility of analytical work across the team
  
  

Technical Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL for complex data manipulation and modeling
• Extensive experience with data science libraries and frameworks (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, XGBoost)
• Strong knowledge of statistical modeling, experimental design, and causal inference
• Experience with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch or TensorFlow) and their applications
• Proficiency in feature engineering, selection, and importance analysis
• Experience with model deployment and monitoring in production environments
• Knowledge of data visualization techniques and tools (Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib)
• Understanding of distributed computing for processing large datasets
• Familiarity with MLOps practices and CI/CD for machine learning workflows
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  
  

Required Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience in data science or related analytical roles
• Demonstrated experience leading complex data science projects with significant business impact
• Experience mentoring junior team members and providing technical guidance
• Track record of successful collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Experience in architecting and implementing end-to-end data science solutions
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, or supply chain domains
• Knowledge of demand forecasting, price optimization, or recommendation systems
• Experience with natural language processing or computer vision applications
• Background in customer segmentation and lifetime value modeling
• Familiarity with time series analysis and forecasting methods
• Experience with A/B testing and experimental design in business contexts
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership abilities with experience guiding junior team members
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align technical solutions with business objectives
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and drive projects forward
• Collaborative approach with strong interpersonal skills
  
  

Education

• Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
• Ph.D. in Data Sciences is preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications in advanced analytics are a plus
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical communities are valued
  
  

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location-specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance
  
  

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused
  
  

About

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

Corporate Social Responsibility

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

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