Top Data Science Jobs in Tampa, FL

Develop and lead complex AI and data science solutions, shape AI technical strategy, research emerging technologies, resolve large-scale technical problems, and guide cross-functional teams. The role focuses on scalable data solutions, machine learning, deep learning, large language models, generative AI, NLP, computer vision, Python, and Vertex AI. It requires a bachelor's degree and at least five years of progressive data analytics and data science experience.

The Data Scientist will partner with Sales, Revenue Operations, and Finance to analyze GTM performance, build and productionize machine learning models, conduct experiments, forecast outcomes, and identify growth opportunities. Responsibilities include statistical analysis, causal inference, Python and SQL development, MLOps, agentic workflow automation, semantic-layer contributions, executive reporting, and communicating insights to nontechnical stakeholders in a fully remote environment.

Leads a team of data scientists delivering predictive modeling, machine learning, simulation, optimization, and automated analytics solutions. Partners with business and technology leaders to scope projects, drive insights, manage portfolios, oversee model governance, ensure regulatory compliance, and communicate results to executives. Responsibilities include recruiting, coaching, performance management, resource planning, innovation, and advancing enterprise data science capabilities.

Own the reliability and quality of an AI copilot for trading platforms. Build evaluation frameworks, benchmarks, quality gates, monitoring, incident response, and model improvement loops. Partner with engineering and product on safe tool interactions, auditability, and user trust. Develop trading-domain expertise and measurement systems covering correctness, safety, latency, regression risk, and workflow performance.

Leads the design, development, and deployment of scalable AI, generative AI, and machine learning solutions. Oversees data infrastructure, integration, data quality, and advanced analytics while managing client engagements and executive relationships. Drives business development, strategic direction, innovation, and AI-driven automation. Mentors teams, develops future leaders, and fosters collaboration, integrity, and client satisfaction across complex projects.

Leads AI and GenAI data science workstreams for client engagements. Develops machine learning, deep learning, and NLP models; applies statistical and predictive modeling; designs scalable data science workflows and pipelines; evaluates model performance; communicates insights through visualizations and executive narratives; coaches teams; and supports responsible AI governance.

Develop predictive, prescriptive, forecasting, valuation, and portfolio-performance models supporting collections, acquisitions, and business strategy. Build production data pipelines, transformations, analytical workflows, data models, quality checks, and monitoring frameworks using SQL, Python, and/or R. Perform exploratory analysis, create dashboards and reports, translate business needs into technical solutions, and collaborate with analytics, engineering, and business stakeholders.

Collects, cleans, analyzes, and visualizes structured and unstructured data to solve business problems and improve product performance. Builds basic machine learning models, conducts exploratory analysis, experimentation, A/B testing, and statistical validation. Collaborates with Product, Engineering, and data engineering teams on data requirements and quality, while documenting methods, findings, and model outputs.

Develop predictive, statistical, machine learning, simulation, and optimization models supporting staffing, financial forecasting, resource allocation, and operational decisions. Build scalable analytical tools and production deployments, analyze complex datasets, validate and monitor model performance, and improve methodologies. Partner with Operations, Finance, Marketing, and Legal teams to solve business problems and communicate recommendations to stakeholders and executives. Use Python, SQL, and cloud technologies to automate and scale analytics.

Develops fraud detection models using client data, including data cleaning, feature engineering, model tuning, and scalable pipeline development. Collaborates with clients and internal product and research teams, communicates technical findings to diverse audiences, guides project execution, and contributes to generalized product enhancements and fraud prevention solutions.

Develop and evaluate machine learning models for fraud detection across account opening, account takeover, and identity risk. Responsibilities include exploring large datasets, identifying fraud patterns, engineering features, testing models, writing production-quality Python code, supporting model monitoring, and communicating analytical findings. The role also applies data privacy, explainability, validation, documentation, and governance standards while collaborating with senior data scientists and engineering teams.

Develop advanced statistical and machine-learning solutions for fraud and other data-intensive business problems. Translate ambiguous needs into hypotheses, experiments, models, and prototypes; shape data strategies; evaluate emerging generative and agentic AI technologies; and partner with Product, Engineering, Analytics, and business teams to operationalize solutions. The role also includes mentoring junior team members and fostering experimentation and innovation.

Build and deploy machine learning models for credit and fraud risk, using large-scale financial data to improve lending decisions and business performance. Monitor production models, validate algorithms and features, conduct risk analyses, follow regulatory and responsible AI practices, and collaborate with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders. Develop productivity tools, document models, and communicate technical findings to senior management.

Lead design, execution, and interpretation of A/B tests and quasi-experiments; apply causal inference methods; partner with product, engineering, and marketing; mentor data scientists; build experimentation frameworks; extract and analyze data using SQL and Python; communicate results to stakeholders.

The Senior Data Scientist develops Python-based analytics services, machine learning applications, Streamlit GUIs, automated data-linking methods, and API integrations. Responsibilities include exploratory analysis of structured and unstructured classified and open-source data, predictive modeling, entity resolution, applied statistics, data-source evaluation, and full data-process lifecycle management. The role requires collaboration with stakeholders, advanced SQL and large-scale data systems experience, and support for complex intelligence data-science programs.

Conduct workforce analytics and applied research on attrition, engagement, mobility, performance, and planning. Perform statistical analyses, regression modeling, data extraction and validation using SQL and R or Python. Translate HR business questions into actionable insights, communicate findings to stakeholders, and protect sensitive workforce data.

Leads and mentors junior developers while designing, modifying, testing, and deploying data solutions in Palantir Foundry. Builds data models and reports from ERP and legacy systems, translates business requirements into technical capabilities, and supports IT modernization. Requires Python, PySpark, cloud architecture, CI/CD, database design, Army domain knowledge, and an active DoD Secret clearance.

Develop and validate machine learning and predictive models, perform statistical and data analysis, conduct ETL across repositories, and assess model quality. Communate findings through visualizations and written reports, automate analytical workflows, and collaborate directly with nontechnical customers to refine requirements and deliver data-driven solutions. The role requires expertise in ML/AI, programming, cloud environments, CI/CD, and government or safety-critical systems.

Drive revenue growth and advertiser value through data science for Nextdoor’s Ads Marketplace. Responsibilities include developing ranking and optimization models, designing experiments, analyzing auction performance, building explainability feedback loops, and delivering strategic insights. The role partners with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Finance, and Operations to improve advertising products and explore AI and large language model applications.

Own the product modeling roadmap and end-to-end lifecycle of production machine learning models, including recommenders, routing, and agent assignment. Engineer features, design experiments, deploy iterative improvements, and define real-time model integration with engineering and product teams. Apply Bayesian methods, causal inference, and marketing measurement while translating uncertainty into business recommendations. Mentor teammates and raise data science standards through code review and documentation.

Experienced Data Scientist supporting federal data-driven initiatives through statistical analysis, predictive modeling, machine learning, data preparation, visualization, dashboards, and actionable insights. The role collaborates with technical, business, and program stakeholders, advises on analytical methodologies, improves data quality, and contributes to modernization, automation, and emerging technology efforts.

Develop and deploy statistical and machine learning models, conduct exploratory analysis, forecasting, segmentation, experimentation, and AI initiatives. Translate business needs into analytical frameworks, KPIs, predictive insights, and recommendations. Collaborate with data engineering, BI, QA, and business teams to ensure data readiness, model integration, quality, governance, and auditability. Support revenue, marketing, financial, and operational decision-making through scalable analytical solutions.

Develop and deploy statistical and machine learning models for credit risk, delinquency, defaults, loan losses, underwriting, and risk-based pricing. Analyze credit bureau, alternative, and loan performance data; build production-ready analytical pipelines; monitor model performance; and address data anomalies. Lead complex initiatives, mentor colleagues, document methodologies, and incorporate model governance, fair lending, privacy, and responsible AI considerations while partnering with Credit Risk, Product, Engineering, and Finance.

Create reproducible data science and machine learning tasks with reference solutions, robust tests, and evaluation criteria. Investigate coding-agent failures, identify errors, data leakage, and flawed assumptions, then refine tasks accordingly. Document requirements, solution reasoning, and verification steps. The role requires competitive data science experience, mathematical reasoning, programming ability, and practical knowledge of machine learning and quantitative modeling.

Leads payer healthcare data science and operations consulting initiatives, using business analytics to improve payer processes and performance. Manages teams, client relationships, project resources, strategic planning, process optimization, quality standards, and operational transformation. Coaches junior staff, promotes innovative technologies, and identifies opportunities to enhance operational excellence and business outcomes.