# Senior Data Scientist (US) at Lynx Analytics

Senior Data Scientist (US) at Lynx Analytics in New York, USA; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States; San Francisco, California, United States. Posted March 19, 2026.

- Company: Lynx Analytics
- Location: New York, USA; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States; San Francisco, California, United States
- Experience: 8+ years
- Posted: 2026-03-19
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lynxanalytics/jobs/8470862002
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/senior-data-scientist-us-lynx-analytics-deftq2

## Requirements

- 8+ years of overall experience in data science, with a track record of leading analytical workstreams independently.
- Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MSc or PhD preferred.
- Solid grounding in probability theory, statistics, and core data science algorithms, with applied experience in areas such as customer retention and campaign management.
- Strong hands-on proficiency in Python for data analysis, modelling (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX), and productionising code.
- Strong SQL, and comfort working across common data stores (relational, columnar/warehouse, and vector databases).
- Git and GitHub proficiency, including branching workflows and code review; experience with GitHub Actions (or equivalent CI/CD) preferred.
- Hands-on experience designing and building agentic LLM applications - tool calling, multi-step orchestration, and state management - using at least one modern framework (e.g., LangGraph, Pydantic AI, AWS Bedrock AgentCore, Google ADK, or the OpenAI Agents SDK), beyond simple prompt-and-response use of LLM APIs.
- Preferred: practical depth in one or more of MCP-based tool integration, RAG and embedding pipelines (including vector stores), model fine-tuning and RL-based post-training, and LLM guardrails and evaluation (e.g., Ragas, DeepEval, Langfuse, or similar).
- Experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure); Docker and basic containerised deployment preferred.
- Comfortable working with very large, complex datasets residing in different data stores and formats.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong data visualisation ability and experience presenting to senior, non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership potential and the presence to guide junior team members and represent the company with clients.
- Nice to have: Software engineering hygiene (preferred): typed Python (Pydantic), testing with pytest, packaging, and dependency management (uv).
- Experience shipping LLM applications to production, including observability and cost/latency management (e.g., Langfuse, Phoenix, or similar LLMOps tooling).
- Experience in the life sciences industry is preferred.

## Description

**ROLE SUMMARY**

We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to lead complex data science engagements that combine traditional statistical modelling with Generative AI. You will work hands-on with very large datasets across disparate systems and formats, translate ambiguous business problems into rigorous analytical solutions, and present those solutions clearly to C-level stakeholders. This is a delivery-first role with a fast track into technical leadership: alongside your own project work, you will help guide junior data scientists and shape how Lynx builds and ships data science solutions.
 
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIESSolution Design & Delivery**

- Design and deliver end-to-end solutions for defined data science problems, combining classical modelling, data transformation, and Generative AI / LLM techniques.

- Work hands-on with very large datasets across disparate stores and formats, from ingestion and transformation through to modelling and validation.

- Apply statistical and machine learning methods to business problems such as customer retention, campaign management, and commercial performance optimisation.

**Client Communication & Leadership**

- Present results and prepare client-ready materials for project stakeholders, including C-level audiences, translating technical work into clear business narratives.

- Lead smaller data science workstreams, with support from internal leadership and the PMO, including day-to-day guidance for junior team members.

- Partner with delivery and account teams to scope problems, set realistic timelines, and manage stakeholder expectations.

**Knowledge Building**

- Create reusable documentation, presentations, and code libraries during projects so future engagements can build on prior work.

- Participate in internal education, research, and knowledge-sharing initiatives that raise the technical bar across the practice.

 
**SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**

- 8+ years of overall experience in data science, with a track record of leading analytical workstreams independently.

- Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MSc or PhD preferred.

- Solid grounding in probability theory, statistics, and core data science algorithms, with applied experience in areas such as customer retention and campaign management.

- Strong hands-on proficiency in Python for data analysis, modelling **(PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX)**, and productionising code.

- Strong SQL, and comfort working across common data stores (relational, columnar/warehouse, and vector databases).

- Git and GitHub proficiency, including branching workflows and code review; experience with GitHub Actions (or equivalent CI/CD) preferred.

- Hands-on experience designing and building agentic LLM applications - tool calling, multi-step orchestration, and state management - using at least one modern framework (e.g., LangGraph, Pydantic AI, AWS Bedrock AgentCore, Google ADK, or the OpenAI Agents SDK), beyond simple prompt-and-response use of LLM APIs.

- Preferred: practical depth in one or more of MCP-based tool integration, RAG and embedding pipelines (including vector stores), model fine-tuning and RL-based post-training, and LLM guardrails and evaluation (e.g., Ragas, DeepEval, Langfuse, or similar).

- Experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure); Docker and basic containerised deployment preferred.

- Comfortable working with very large, complex datasets residing in different data stores and formats.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong data visualisation ability and experience presenting to senior, non-technical stakeholders.

- Demonstrated leadership potential and the presence to guide junior team members and represent the company with clients.

- Nice to have:

- Software engineering hygiene (preferred): typed Python (Pydantic), testing with pytest, packaging, and dependency management (uv).

- Experience shipping LLM applications to production, including observability and cost/latency management (e.g., Langfuse, Phoenix, or similar LLMOps tooling).

- Experience in the life sciences industry is preferred.

 
**KEY COMPETENCIES**

- Executive Communication: Translates complex Data Science solutions into plain language for C-level and non-technical stakeholders.

- Technical Depth: Brings rigorous statistical and modelling judgement, paired with fluency in modern GenAI/LLM approaches.

- Discretion & Integrity: Handles sensitive client and internal information with professionalism and sound judgement.

- Leadership & Charisma: Guides junior colleagues day to day, even without a formal management title, and takes pride in their growth.

- Collaboration: A team player who builds strong working relationships across delivery teams, PMO, and clients.

 
**WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT HERE**

- Work on real-world AI and advanced analytics solutions with measurable business impact.

- Collaborate with a global team of engineers and data scientists.

- Exposure to diverse industries, modern cloud platforms, and cutting-edge AI technologies.

- A collaborative culture that values real outcomes.

- High ownership, zero micromanagement.

- Rapid learning opportunities and diverse challenges.

- Flat organisational hierarchy with high visibility and accessibility to our leaders.
