Senior Operations Research Scientist - Predictive Modeling

Delta Air Lines; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Air Lines' Operations Decision Science (ODS) team seeks a senior‑level scientist to develop insights, models, and solutions that continually improve airline performance and decision making. You will lead the design and calibration of optimization and simulation tools and collaborate with IT to productionize decision support products.

You will apply deterministic and stochastic operations research, along with data engineering skills, to deliver real-world impact while guiding

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in mathematical modeling, optimization, and probability and statistics.
• 5+ years of experience building optimization models in production with optimization engines (e.g., Gurobi, CPLEX).
• Proficiency with relational databases and SQL.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or other programming languages (Python preferred).
• Experience with Git/GitHub/GitLab workflows.

Responsibilities

• Transform complex datasets into actionable model assets.
• Design, develop, implement, and calibrate decision support products (optimization and simulation).
• Partner with IT to productionize decision support tools using sustainable practices.
• Provide technical leadership in product development cycles.
• Leverage emerging technologies to disseminate data and analyses for business needs.
• Lead complex process improvement and cross-divisional engagements.
• Interface with business leaders to maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Promote a safety-conscious work environment.

Skills

Mathematical modeling & optimization

Probability & statistics

Strong communication

Project management

Authorization to work in the United + 

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in OR/Industrial Engineering/Math

Tools

Gurobi/CPLEX

Git / GitHub workflows

AWS (EC2/S3/Lambda)

Linux/Unix

Job description

Delta Air Lines' Operations Decision Science (ODS) team seeks a senior‑level scientist to develop insights, models, and solutions that continually improve airline performance and decision making. You will lead the design and calibration of optimization and simulation tools and collaborate with IT to productionize decision support products.

You will apply deterministic and stochastic operations research, along with data engineering skills, to deliver real-world impact while guiding