At Hayden AI, we are on a mission to harness the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to transform the way governments and businesses address real-world challenges.
From optimizing bus lane and bus stop enforcement to pioneering digital twin modeling and beyond, our innovative mobile perception system empowers our clients to accelerate transit, enhance street safety, and drive forward a sustainable future.
Hayden AI is seeking a Data Scientist to drive data-driven decision-making and evaluate the real-world impact of deployed systems. As a key member of our small but impactful team, you will work at the intersection of data analytics, machine learning, and business strategy to provide actionable insights. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with transit agencies, product teams, finance, engineering, and company leadership to solve complex problems and unlock new opportunities using data.
Design and implement data-driven solutions to support strategic decision-making across the company.
Develop rigorous methods to assess transit performance and broader impacts across all deployment stages, controlling for confounders and external factors.
Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities that can enhance product offerings and operational efficiencies.
Collaborate with engineering teams to operationalize models and ensure seamless integration into our data pipelines.
Build and maintain dashboards and reports that track key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide transparency and drive business goals.
Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to inform product development and business strategies.
Act as a data advocate by communicating findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of scalable data science workflows and best practices within the organization.
Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Transportation Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related field, with a track record of delivering impactful data solutions.
Proficiency in Python and experience with data science libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
Strong experience with SQL and working knowledge of data warehouse systems such as Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery, or Snowflake.
Expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning algorithms, and model evaluation techniques.
Familiarity with data pipeline tools and frameworks such as Airflow, DBT, or similar.
Experience working with visualization tools like Tableau or Looker to translate insights into actionable recommendations.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data and provide clear, data-driven insights.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings to both technical and business audiences.
Experience working with cloud platforms, especially AWS, and deploying models using cloud-based services.
Familiarity with geospatial analytics and processing spatial datasets.
Experience working with large-scale time-series and mobility datasets (e.g., GTFS, GPS traces, transit logs).
Prior experience in a startup environment and a desire to make a significant impact.
There are endless learning and development opportunities from a highly diverse and talented peer group, including experts in a wide range of fields (AI, Computer Vision, Government Contracting, Systems & Device Engineering, Operations, Communications, and more!)
Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents (for US employees)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
401(k) with 3% company matching
Unlimited PTO
Daily catered lunches in our San Francisco office
At Hayden AI, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We believe that our differences make us stronger and drive innovation. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are dedicated to fostering a work environment that celebrates diversity and ensures that every individual has the opportunity to contribute to our mission and achieve their full potential.
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