Senior Data Scientist

TriNet is hiring a Senior Data Scientist to partner with leadership and business stakeholders while working across cross-functional teams. In this Atlanta, GA onsite role, you will design and deliver statistical and machine learning solutions, deploy models into production, and translate analytical findings into clear recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, validate, and deploy statistical models, machine learning solutions, and advanced analytics to address complex business challenges.
• Translate business requirements into analytical approaches, model outputs, and actionable recommendations.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, model development, and performance evaluation with minimal guidance.
• Identify data gaps and recommend additional data sources to improve analytical outcomes.
• Evaluate modeling tradeoffs and select appropriate methodologies based on business needs, scalability, and model performance.
• Stay current on emerging data science, machine learning, and AI technologies and apply them when appropriate.
• Lead complex data science projects from problem definition through implementation, monitoring, and optimization.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and milestones to support successful delivery of analytical solutions.
• Perform model testing, validation, and performance monitoring to maintain solution effectiveness and reliability.
• Identify and resolve analytical, data quality, and model performance issues.
• Recommend improvements to data science processes, tools, and model development practices.
• Partner with business stakeholders, product teams, and technical teams to define requirements and develop data-driven solutions.
• Present data-driven recommendations that support decision-making and business objectives.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable and impactful analytical solutions.
• Communicate analytical findings, model results, and technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Prepare and maintain documentation, reports, and presentations to support knowledge sharing and solution adoption.
• Identify risks, assumptions, and requirements gaps and recommend practical solutions.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and knowledge sharing to junior data scientists and analysts.
• Contribute to the adoption of data science best practices, modeling standards, and governance processes.
• Support a collaborative culture focused on continuous learning, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned, and comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

Required Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years of experience.
• Master’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of statistical analysis, machine learning, predictive modeling, and data science methodologies.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience using machine learning and analytics tools and libraries.
• Experience developing, deploying, and monitoring analytical models and data science solutions.
• Ability to work with large, complex datasets using cloud-based and modern data platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into actionable insights and technical solutions.
• Ability to independently manage complex projects and make sound decisions regarding analytical approaches and model design.
• Experience conducting experimentation, model validation, and performance measurement.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, including explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to build collaborative partnerships across teams and provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members.
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, security, and responsible AI practices.
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.

Technologies

• Python
• SQL
• Tableau
• Power BI

Compensation and Location

• Location: Atlanta, GA (onsite)
• Salary range: USD 100,800 - 189,000 per year
• Final offer will be based on skills, education, work location, and experience.
• All qualified external applicants will be considered for an in-office role based in Atlanta.
• Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and consider relocation to Atlanta and may be considered for remote hire at the company’s discretion.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(K) savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Eleven (11) company observed holidays
• PTO and a comprehensive leave program
• Bonuses consistent with TriNet’s corporate bonus plan (subject to eligibility requirements)

Work Environment and Travel

• Work environment: clean, pleasant, and comfortable office or home setting; reasonable accommodations may be made for persons with disabilities.
• Travel requirements: Minimal

Education Preference

• Master’s Degree (or equivalent experience) preferred