Staff Data Scientist

Why You’ll Love This Role

Cribl is hiring a Staff Data Scientist to launch and shape our internal data science practice. In this role, you’ll use predictive models and advanced analytics to give stakeholders clear foresight into what’s likely to happen and what to do next. This role is embedded in our centralized data organization, partnering closely with teams like Finance, GTM, and People. You’ll turn rich data sets into forward-looking insights that guide planning, business strategy, and execution. In addition, you’ll set the bar for technical rigor, establish best practices, and bring our “Foresight First” vision to life in how Cribl makes decisions.

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative culture where team members enjoy working together—whether remotely or over a meal at a foodie hot spot. If you're someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and is eager to contribute to a company poised for legendary success in the tech industry, we want to hear from you!

As An Active Member Of Our Team, You Will…

• Lead end-to-end data science initiatives that translate ambiguous business questions into clear analytical and modeling problems, from scoping through implementation.
• Build, operationalize, and continuously improve machine learning models in partnership with Data Engineering to ensure scalable training & evaluation workflows in production.
• Evaluate and interpret the performance of ML models (e.g., classification, recommendation), helping the team reason through trade-offs, limitations, and business implications of model-driven decisions.
• Conduct deep-dive analyses using advanced statistical methods to surface actionable insights to stakeholders and positively influence org-wide decision quality. 
• Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI-assisted analytics by designing methods and tools that expand how Cribl uses data.
• Communicate findings clearly and persuasively to executives and cross-functional stakeholders to influence strategic decision-making.
• Set the technical direction for the data science function, providing guidance and mentorship to foster a culture of analytical rigor, innovation, and impactful execution.
• We are a remote-first company and work happens across many time-zones – you may be required to occasionally perform duties outside your standard working hours 

If You’ve Got It - We Want It

• 7+ years of experience in data science or applied statistics with a track record of leading complex, cross-functional work as a senior individual contributor.
• Strong background in experiment design, causal inference, predictive modeling, and ability to distinguish signal vs noise.
• Advanced SQL and Python skills, with experience working on large, messy, multi-source datasets within a modern data stack such as cloud data warehouses and transformation frameworks.
• Proven ownership of end-to-end data science and ML solutions, from problem framing and data preparation through modeling, validation, deployment to production in partnership with Data Engineering, and ongoing monitoring.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in ambiguous, fast-changing environments, from problem framing through implementation and iteration.
• Excellent communication, including the ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences and influence strategic decisions

Salary Range ($137,000 - $215,000)

The salary for this role is dependent on geographic location. The salary offered within the range described will be based on the individual candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  In addition to a competitive salary, Cribl also offers a generous benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and paid time off, a fertility treatment benefit, 401(k), equity, and eligibility for a discretionary company-wide bonus.
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