decision scientist principal

Starbucks; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition coverage via Starbucks College

Paid time off

Bean Stock equity program

Job summary

Starbucks is seeking a Decision Scientist Principal to shape Finance Data Science and Decision Intelligence strategy. You will translate strategic priorities into measurable analytics outcomes, drive adoption of decision-support capabilities, and partner with Finance, Tech, and enterprise teams to accelerate transformation.

The role emphasizes leadership, capability building, and delivering sustainable business value through advanced analytics, AI, and data-driven decision making across the

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent experience in a quantitative field.
• 10+ years in analytics, data science, or decision intelligence.
• Experience influencing executive stakeholders and translating strategy into measurable outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve Finance data vision and strategy through advanced analytics, AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Translate complex business challenges into high-value analytical and decision-support solutions.
• Establish partnerships with Finance, Starbucks Technology, and enterprise teams to drive scalable capabilities.
• Mentor and coach Finance data scientists and promote best practices in analytics and decision intelligence.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Python or R

SQL

Excel

Tableau/PowerBI

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)

Education

BA/BS or equivalent experience

MS preferred

Tools

Azure

AWS

Tableau

Power BI

SQL Server

Job description

Now Brewing – decision scientist principal! #tobeapartner
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.
As Starbucks continues to transform Finance through data, advanced analytics, AI, and modern decision intelligence, the Decision Scientist Principal contributes to Starbucks success by defining and shaping the Finance Data Science and Decision Intelligence strategy. This role is responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and advancing opportunities where data, analytics, artificial intelligence, and predictive intelligence can improve business performance, strengthen decision-making, and accelerate Finance transformation.
Success in this role requires the ability to connect business strategy to analytical opportunities, influence executive stakeholders, and drive adoption of innovative decision-support capabilities. The decision scientist principal serves as a trusted advisor to Finance leaders, helping translate strategic priorities into measurable outcomes while fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
This partner champions analytical excellence, develops organizational capability, and ensures Finance investments in analytics and decision intelligence deliver sustainable business value.
As a decision scientist principal, you will…

• Drive strategy and transformation by defining and evolving Finance’s data vision and strategy through advanced analytics, AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Enhance decision intelligence practices and deliver business value by translating complex business challenges into high-value analytical and decision support solutions and identify opportunities to improve business performance, efficiency, agility, and organizational effectiveness.
• Establish key partnerships and influence outcomes with Finance, Starbucks Technology, and other enterprise teams to drive prioritization and deliver scalable analytical capabilities and solutions.
• Foster capability building and organizational adoption through mentoring and coaching Finance data scientists by establishing best practices, skill development, and becoming a thought leader and trusted advisor for advanced analytics, AI, decision intelligence, and data driven solutions.

We’d Love To Hear From People With

• BA/BS or equivalent experience
• Experience with cloud tech for data and analytics solutions (Azure, AWS)
• Expertise in Excel, SQL, Tableau / PowerBI and Python, R or other advanced analytics scripting language or experimental design platforms
• Expertise in data methodologies and skills in accordance with business applicability and insights operationalization
• Excellent attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills
• Years of experience in specific field of designated skills: 10 years
• Preferred Qualifications
• MS concentration preferred with discipline in Stats, Math, Comp Sci, Engineering, Econ, Psychology, Quantitative Social Science, or similar

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

• If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
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