Senior Data Scientist (Remote)
The Athletic Media CompanyLoja, Loja, Ecuador
Posted October 29, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
The Athletic Media Company is a leading sports news and analysis platform, providing fans with breaking news, live commentary, in-depth reports, and exclusive interviews. Acquired by The New York Times in 2022, The Athletic stands out by delivering compelling stories that keep sports enthusiasts engaged and informed.
Job Description
The Athletic is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to develop and implement machine learning models to improve their products and user experience. The role involves close collaboration with data, product, growth, and engineering teams. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact at a leading sports media company.
Requirements
- 4-6 years of experience as a data scientist
- Strong working knowledge of R or Python
- Understanding of SQL and data warehouses
- Knowledge of subscription media and recommendation engines
- Understanding of statistical principles
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to drive projects
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to explain complex concepts
Benefits
- Uniquely tailored global benefits packages
