Senior Data Scientist

Senior Data ScientistKaroo Health is seeking a skilled and dedicated developer to join our Engineering team. As a data scientist at Karoo Health, you show a clear passion for quality and love to bring software to life. You are energized by the idea of building something new and want to work on problems that matter.In order to do this job well, you must be a curious and eager problem solver with a hunger for building well-designed, high-quality solutions. You have a passion for great work and strive to produce simple solutions to complex problems. Knowing there are always multiple answers to a problem, you know how to engage in a constructive dialogue to find the best path forward.When applying, please include a description of why you're interested in this role.Karoo Health is backed by leading venture capitalists, including First Trust Capital Partners and BIP Ventures, and has near and medium-term plans for further rounds.Location: Pittsburgh preferred, or remote, U.S.-basedType: Full-time technical roleThis is a rare opportunity to join a mission-driven founding team at a pivotal stage and help define the future of healthcare technology, with the power to improve the lives of patients with cardiovascular disease, the number one cause of death in America today.What You'll DoDesign and Architect Data SystemsDesign Core Healthcare Data ModelsDevelop Data PipelinesData Quality and GovernancePerformance OptimizationCloud InfrastructureSafeguard DataBuild and Maintain EMR IntegrationsWhat We're Looking ForDeep, hands-on experience working with healthcare dataDemonstrated experience designing core data models and schemasExperience mapping raw healthcare data into standardized healthcare data modelsHands-on experience integrating directly with EMR/EHR platformsExperience with healthcare data regulations and data formatsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 8 years of dedicated professional experience in a Data Scientist or Data Engineering roleExpert proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language used for data processingDeep experience designing and managing Data Warehouses and experience with Data Lake technologiesDemonstrated hands-on experience with Big Data processing frameworksDeep understanding of cloud platforms and cloud-native developmentHands-on experience with workflow orchestration tools for managing data pipelinesExpert knowledge of system architecture, scalability, and performance optimization for data systemsExperience with test automation, CI/CD, and DevOps best practices for data deploymentsAbility to work independently and make high-impact technical decisionsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require employer sponsorship now or in the futureWhy Join UsCompetitive salary and equity in an early-stage startupOpportunity to define the technical solution from the ground upPossibly fully remote work environment with flexible hoursHealth benefits, learning stipends, and professional development supportA collaborative and transparent company culture that values creativity and ownershipEqual Opportunity StatementAt Karoo Health Inc ("Karoo"), we believe that improving healthcare starts with creating a more equitable and inclusive world, both inside and outside our organization. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, and to building a culture where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in initiatives such as equitable compensation practices, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more.Karoo Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a strict policy of non-discrimination for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions at Karoo Health are made based on merit, qualifications, and business need, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. This policy applies to every aspect of the employment journey, from recruitment and hiring to compensation, benefits, training, promotion, performance evaluation, and beyond.We're committed to doing the right thing, always, and that includes creating a fair and inclusive hiring process and workplace for all.Karoo Health welcomes all.In the United States, compensation is determined by factors including location, role level, job-related skills, experience, and market conditions. Some positions may also be eligible for bonuses, equity, or other benefits. To learn more about Karoo Health's benefits, please contact our People Team.