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Data Scientist

Vaco
$130,000.00 - $150,000.00 / yr
parental leave, 401(k)

Feb 13, 2026
DIRECT HIRE ROLE IN HOUSTON, TX Overview: We have a client seeking an intelligent, proactive, and results-driven Data Scientist to join a fast-growing team. This role focuses on transforming raw data into actionable insights, optimizing processes, and supporting business objectives using advanced analytics and machine learning. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams, including Financial Planning, Analysis & Performance Optimization and IT, to integrate data solutions and drive measurable business impact. Key Responsibilities: Data Analysis & Insights: Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for operational and financial improvement. Provide actionable recommendations to improve business performance and decision-making. Model Development & Deployment: Design, develop, and deploy predictive models and machine learning algorithms to solve real-world business problems, such as customer segmentation, pricing optimization, and logistics solutions. Implement error handling, documentation, and production-ready processes for deployed models. Data Integration & Collaboration: Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to integrate data solutions into existing systems, workflows, and analytics platforms. Join and process data from multiple sources, including SQL, AWS, Salesforce, Workday, and transactional or voice/logistics datasets. Reporting & Visualization: Design and maintain dashboards, visualizations, and reports for stakeholders using tools such as Power BI or Tableau. Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. Data/AI Strategy & Innovation: Identify, prioritize, and develop future AI use cases across the organization. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance analytics capabilities and inform the company's long-term data strategy. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field. 3+ years of industry experience in Data Science, with hands-on experience building and deploying production-ready models. Expertise in Python, SQL, and statistical/machine learning methods (e.g., regression, GLMs, random forests, clustering, mixed-integer optimization). Experience with analytics platforms (e.g., Databricks), Spark/PySpark, and data pipeline development (e.g., AWS Glue). Strong data visualization skills (Power BI, Tableau) and experience communicating insights to business stakeholders. Proven ability to drive measurable business impact through analytics. Proactive, self-starter with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills. Bonus: Familiarity with Pigment or similar business planning tools. Compensation & Benefits: Flexible PTO 401(k) with company match Paid parental leave (12 weeks) Gym membership Additional Information: Direct-hire position with minimal travel required. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Opportunity to make a real impact, work on cutting-edge analytics, and grow within a dynamic, innovative team. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. 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