senior data scientist, Supply Chain Data Science (Seattle, WA)

Starbucks Corp.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Tuition coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

Starbucks Coffee Company is seeking a Senior Data Scientist for the Supply Chain Data Science team to solve complex analytics problems and improve planning and operations. You will own data science solutions end‑to‑end, from problem framing to production‑quality code and scalable data pipelines.

You will design and implement ML models, build data pipelines, and collaborate with data scientists, engineers, product partners, and business teams to deliver measurable impact.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in data science, machine learning, analytics, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Experience developing production‑level Python code and scalable data pipelines.
• Solid understanding of software engineering practices: modular code, testing, version control, documentation.
• Experience working with large and complex datasets and scalable data processing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and implement statistical and ML models for supply chain decisions.
• Build reliable, scalable data and model pipelines integrated into workflows.
• Apply software engineering practices with version control, testing, and documentation.
• Communicate approaches, results, and recommendations to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Lead complex data science projects end-to-end and manage risks and dependencies.
• Mentor and review work of other data scientists.

Education

BA/BS or advanced degree in computer science, data science, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related quantitative field

MS or PhD in related quantitative discipline

Tools

Python

SQL

Databricks

Spark

CI/CD for data science

Job description

Now Brewing: Senior Data Scientist, Supply Chain Data Science

As a Senior Data Scientist on the Supply Chain Data Science team, you will use advanced analytics and machine learning to solve complex, high-impact supply chain problems and help improve how Starbucks plans and operates its supply chain.

This role goes beyond developing analytical models and prototypes. We are looking for a strong, hands‑on, Full Stack Data Scientist who can own data science solutions end to end, from understanding ambiguous business problems and developing analytical approaches to building production-quality code and scalable data pipelines that can be reliably deployed and maintained.

You will partner closely with data scientists, data engineers, technology teams, product partners, and supply chain business teams to translate complex problems into scalable data science solutions and measurable business impact.

As a Senior Data Scientist, you will:

• Design, develop, validate, and implement statistical and machine learning models that support supply chain decision‑making. Analyze complex supply chain data and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Design, build, and own reliable, scalable data and model pipelines that integrate data science solutions into business and operational workflows.
• Apply strong software engineering practices, including version control, code review, testing, documentation, and reproducibility.
• Communicate technical approaches, assumptions, results, limitations, and recommendations effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Independently lead complex data science projects, manage technical dependencies and risks, and drive work from problem definition through production delivery.
• Mentor and support other data scientists through technical guidance and code reviews.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• 4+ years of professional experience in data science, machine learning, applied analytics, or a closely related field.
• BA/BS or advanced degree in computer science, data science, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or another quantitative field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Demonstrated experience developing production‑level Python code. Hands‑on experience converting data science prototypes into reliable, maintainable production solutions.
• Strong understanding of software engineering practices such as modular code design, testing, debugging, version control, documentation, and code review.
• Experience working with large and complex datasets and developing scalable data‑processing solutions.

Preferred qualifications

• MS or PhD in computer science, data science, statistics, operations research, engineering, mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Experience developing data science solutions in a supply chain, forecasting, inventory, replenishment, or planning environment.
• Experience with Spark or other distributed data‑processing technologies.
• Experience with modern cloud‑based data and machine learning platforms, such as Databricks, is preferred.
• Experience with CI/CD practices for data science or machine learning solutions.
• Experience monitoring production solutions and improving their reliability and performance over time.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor other data scientists and raise engineering and coding standards within a data science team.

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.

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail] or 1(888) 611-2258.