Marketing ML Lead Data Scientist - Drive Growth & Insights

Best Egg; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Egg is seeking a data scientist to drive marketing decisions by building and improving ML models for prospect and existing-customer targeting. You will collaborate with marketing and analytics partners to integrate models into campaigns and loan origination strategies.

The role focuses on modeling, analytics, and solving business problems with advanced analytics. A strong track record in statistical modeling and problem solving is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Mathematics, CS, Economics, Data Science, Engineering, etc.); Ph.D. preferred.
• 3+ years of experience developing predictive models or performing advanced analytics.
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling and machine learning fundamentals.
• Proficiency in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn) and SQL.
• Ability to clearly communicate analytical findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ownership, curiosity, and ability to deliver high-quality results.
• Ability to commute to Best Egg's Wilmington office at least once a week.

Responsibilities

• Build high-performance ML models that improve prospect response predictability and customer outcomes.
• Build end-to-end ML pipelines including data extraction, feature engineering, model development, evaluation, and implementation.
• Explore data assets to uncover trends, identify risk drivers, and generate insights.
• Manage the full modeling lifecycle from design to deployment and monitoring.
• Design experiments and challenger models to test new ideas and drive innovation.
• Support model governance and audit-ready documentation.
• Leverage AI tools to improve workflow and modeling performance.
• Ensure models are explainable and aligned with business goals and regulations.
• Translate findings into recommendations for strategy and pricing.
• Interface with stakeholders to define solutions in moderately complex environments.

Skills

Python

SQL

Communication

Ownership

Modeling

Education

Master's degree in a quantitative field

Job description

Best Egg is seeking a data scientist to drive marketing decisions by building and improving ML models for prospect and existing-customer targeting. You will collaborate with marketing and analytics partners to integrate models into campaigns and loan origination strategies.

The role focuses on modeling, analytics, and solving business problems with advanced analytics. A strong track record in statistical modeling and problem solving is essential for success in this position.