Data Scientist Job at OpenAI (San Francisco)

Job Description

As one of the founding Data Scientists on the Strategic Finance Data Science team, you will design, implement, and own critical models, reporting, and analysis. You will work closely with Finance leadership, as well as teams across Research, Applied and Go-To-Market. This role requires deep expertise in predictive modeling, causal inference, and the ability to surface insights to support high-stakes decision-making.

Job Responsibility

Become an expert in OpenAI’s data and systems. Partnering with Data Engineering, Finance, and other teams, you’ll self-serve data to derive critical insights
Scale causal inference models to measure the impact of different actions on user growth and financial outcomes
Architect customer segmentation frameworks to unlock tailored growth strategies and expand lifetime value
Automate standardized reporting and analysis by building data products or agentic solutions
Support product pricing and other business decisions with ad hoc analysis
Design and deliver dashboards for leadership to track key performance indicators and enable optimal decision-making
Manage and lead cross-functional data science projects end-to-end

Requirements

MS or PhD in a quantitative field
7+ years of experience in a highly quantitative role, ideally as an early data scientist at a hyper-growth company or research organization
Proficiency in Python, SQL, Tableau, and other analytical tools
Strong analytical skills and experience working with large, complex data sets
Proven ability to distill complex data into actionable insights for leadership
Ability to independently initiate and complete projects, owning them end-to-end
Excellent communication and storytelling skills when presenting data insights
Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

Nice to have

You’re an enthusiastic self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments
You’re a phenomenal teammate and communicator, able to explain complex topics with clarity and keep stakeholders proactively informed
You’re passionate about technology and artificial intelligence
You use first-principles thinking to design solutions from the ground up based on user needs and operational realities

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
Relocation support for eligible employees
Additional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends, may also be provided

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