Principal Data Scientist (Town of Boston)

Principal Data Scientist page is loaded## Principal Data Scientistlocations: Remote USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 7 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101202Bitsight is a cyber risk management leader transforming how companies manage exposure, performance, and risk for themselves and their third parties. Companies rely on Bitsight to prioritize their cybersecurity investments, build greater trust within their ecosystem, and reduce their chances of financial loss. Built on over a decade of technological innovation, its integrated solutions deliver value across enterprise security performance, digital supply chains, cyber insurance, and data analysis.* We invented the cyber ratings industry in 2011* Over 3000 customers trust Bitsight* Over 750 teammates are dispersed throughout Boston, Raleigh, New York, Lisbon, Singapore, and remoteWe are hiring a visionary Principal Data Scientist in a critical senior technical leadership role, to define and execute the future of our ML and AI strategy. Idea candidate is a practitioner with extensive ML/AI product development experience who can accelerate our technological advantage, guide high-stakes cross-functional efforts, and directly influence Bitsight's long-term business and technical strategy. Specifically, this role will be in charge of designing and deploying advanced, production-grade ML/AI applications within our AI-driven asset attribution and Graph of Internet Assets (GIA) data engine, leveraging advanced graph technology and ML/AI models to discover complex organization and asset relationships and map internet-connected assets at a global scale. Responsibilities: * Own the ideation and execution of high-impact ML/AI initiatives that directly advance Bitsight's product strategy and technical roadmap.* Design, build, and deploy production-grade ML models and automation systems that support critical business features.* Develop and maintain end-to-end ML pipelines, including data extraction, feature engineering, training, evaluation, deployment, monitoring, and automated feedback and retraining loops.* Serve as the principal architect for scalable, high-performance ML/AI components within our cloud-based distributed systems.* Analyze large-scale cybersecurity datasets to identify opportunities for improved classification, detection, and automation.* Drive the integration of ML/AI outcomes, translating complex findings into clear, actionable product decisions for engineering and business stakeholders.* Establish and promote best practices for ML/AI development, model operations, and data-quality standards.* Mentor technical contributors across teams, elevating technical quality and accelerating development.* Provide leadership in communicating complex findings and decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders, upholding Bitsight’s documentation-driven culture. Requirements: * M.S. or Ph.D. in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering) or equivalent practical experience.* Extensive experience (8+ Years for Principal level) delivering ML/AI-powered product features from concept to production.* Expertise in Python, SQL, distributed compute environments, and cloud platforms.* Demonstrated ability to lead complex ML/AI initiatives driving business impact.* Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross-functional stakeholders and leadership.* Proven capability to bring structure to ambiguous problem spaces and drive them toward actionable, high-impact outcomes. Preferred: * Experience with advanced ML techniques such as deep learning, GNNs, anomaly detection, or probabilistic modeling.* Experience defining or influencing ML/AI practices and strategies across the business, particularly for Principal-level candidates.* Background in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, or large-scale network analytics. Belonging & Inclusion . Bitsight is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Culture. We put our people first. Bitsight offers best in class benefits. We devote the same energy to nurturing our company's inclusive culture as we apply to serving our customers' needs. Working at Bitsight will give you the opportunity to fulfill your professional goals and expand your skills. Open-minded. If you got to this point, we hope you’re feeling excited about the job description you just read. Even if you don’t feel that you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We’re eager to meet people that believe in Bitsight’s mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways.Bitsight also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email View email address on apply.placed-app.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Additional Information for United States of America Applicants :Bitsight is committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.Bitsight will not discharge, discipline or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. Massachusetts Applicants: *It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.*Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with applicable law.This position may be considered a promotional opportunity pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.The anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is US$180000 to $205000 annually for US-based employees. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations, is based on a full-time work schedule, and is Bitsight’s good faith estimate as of the date of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for participation in a bonus or commission plan and an equity grant. Bitsight also offers a competitive benefits package, including but not but limited to medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid parental leave; flexible time off; a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities; life and disability insurance; and tuition reimbursement.
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