Sr. Data Scientist

Why you will love working for a National Top Workplace

We are a global leader in loyalty marketing

We work with some of the most well-known brands in the world to deliver market-leading, end-to-end loyalty solutions to enable customer experiences. With a strategy-led, technology-enabled approach, we are consistently named an industry leader by Forrester. The programs we deliver reach more than 330M consumers through loyalty. The impact of these loyalty programs affords us deep brand partnerships, owning a niche in the loyalty space where outcomes matter most. 

We are a mission and values driven company

Our mission is to grow enterprise value through loyalty for our clients. Every role within Kobie has a purpose and directly contributes to us achieving this mission.  

We are values driven at every point. Over our 30+ year journey, we’ve created a fun, high-trust, transparent workplace. We believe in leadership and ownership. Our hybrid work environment, personal holidays, casual dress code and focus on diversity and inclusion add to a culture that makes our teammates proud. That pride shines through in the work we do for our clients. 

About the team and what we’ll build together

Data is at the core of everything we do at Kobie.  This role is part of a high performing data and analytics team within Kobie that is responsible for helping our clients extract maximum value from their loyalty data.  From churn models to chatbots, this hands-on role will have exposure to a massive dataset to help directly impact how Kobie provided value for our clients.

How you will make an impact  

As a Sr. Data Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in analyzing complex datasets to extract insights that enhance customer loyalty programs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and optimize data models, generate predictive insights, and contribute to the strategic growth of our clients. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate data scientist to make a direct impact on customer engagement strategies through innovative analytics.

What you need to be successful   

• Bachelor's or master's degree in data science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 5-6 years of experience in data science, preferably within loyalty marketing, customer analytics, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong statistical analysis skills and experience with predictive modeling, clustering, and segmentation techniques.  Experience applying techniques to Next-Best-Offer models and personalization a plus.
• Familiarity with data warehousing, ETL processes, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with customer loyalty programs or CRM systems.
• Knowledge of A/B testing and experiment design.
• Experience with big data technologies like Spark, Hadoop, or Snowflake.
• NoSQL
• LLM building and deployment.

Our teammates are at the heart of everything we do 

Healthy people are happy people, which makes mental and physical health a top priority at Kobie. From robust health insurance and benefits options to free fitness programs like FitOn, to generous vacation time for yourself, we support your health needs fully. In today’s job market, we know that employees are choosing only what works best for their life. For those that want career growth, Kobie is the perfect place. We have developed a comprehensive people strategy that helps every teammate know how to advance and progress on their career journey. Beyond title progression, Kobie’s competitive pay, 401k matching, annual profit sharing and bonuses all make Kobie a perfect place to build your career. 

Kobie a place for all

We don’t just accept differences – we embrace, share, and celebrate them! 

Employment at Kobie is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications, directly related to professional competence. We do not discriminate against any teammate or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis under the law.   

We are fiercely committed to fostering a workplace where teammates draw upon their own diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives so that they feel welcomed to bring their authentic self to work every day. While our leadership team fully and completely supports our policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity, all teammates share the responsibility to ensure we incorporate the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout Kobie.