Full-Time

Data Scientist

Posted on 8/26/2024

Brex

Brex

1,001-5,000 employees

Financial services for startups and businesses

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$140k - $175kAnnually

+ Equity + Other forms of compensation

Mid

San Francisco, CA, USA

Requires in-office presence in San Francisco for at least 2 days per week (Wednesday and Thursday).

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
R
SQL
Tableau
Looker
Requirements
  • Master's degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Operations Research or a related quantitative field
  • Minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in data science or a related field
  • Proven track record of successfully implementing data science projects in a business environment
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R
  • Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling techniques, with an emphasis on causal inference
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau, PowerBI)
  • Understanding of SQL and experience working with relational databases
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities
  • Adaptability and willingness to work on diverse projects across different business domains
  • Understanding of product development, customer relationship management, risk management or marketing analytics is a plus
  • Must be willing to work in office 2 days per week on Wednesday and Thursday
Responsibilities
  • Apply a keen eye for identifying high-impact opportunities where data science can significantly boost business value.
  • Use advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to solve complex business problems.
  • Execute projects with precision, from concept to deployment, ensuring robust and scalable solutions.
  • Take full ownership of data science initiatives, managing them end-to-end with a results-oriented approach and in collaboration with data analysts and data engineers.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating insights into actionable business recommendations.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, marketers, and executives, to align data science efforts with strategic business goals.
  • Stay current with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning, continuously improving our methodologies and tools.

Brex provides financial services designed for startups, small to medium-sized businesses, and larger enterprises. Their main products include corporate credit cards, cash management accounts, and expense management tools. Brex's corporate credit cards offer higher credit limits without requiring personal guarantees, making them appealing to startups and companies with limited credit history. The services are integrated with other business tools, allowing clients to manage expenses, track spending, and optimize cash flow efficiently. Unlike traditional banks, Brex focuses on a tech-savvy approach to finance, which helps them stand out in the financial services market. The company's goal is to simplify financial management for businesses, enabling them to operate more effectively.

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$1.1B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

-8%

2 year growth

8%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Brex's revamped partnership program enhances collaboration with accounting firms.
  • New digital banking products offer increased saving flexibility and higher yield.
  • Brex's AI-powered platform improves operational efficiency for businesses.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-powered accounting platforms like Puzzle.
  • Amazon's B2B procurement solutions challenge Brex's corporate credit card offerings.
  • Tech layoffs in 2024 may impact Brex's startup and small business clients.

What makes Brex unique

  • Brex offers high credit limits with no personal guarantees, ideal for startups.
  • Brex integrates financial services seamlessly into existing business software applications.
  • Brex's digital banking products combine corporate cards, expense management, and treasury services.

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Benefits

Self-care. Health, dental, and vision; One Medical; Spring Health mental wellbeing; Calm membership.

Money. Competitive compensation with a biannual merit cycle, equity, 401(k) plan, and more.

Rest. Unlimited PTO if full-time, paid holidays, company weeks off, and parental leave.

Freedom. Remote-first, team and company offsites, monthly stipend, and one-time office setup budget.

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