Strategic Finance Data Scientist - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We are seeking a Strategic Finance Data Scientist to join our innovative team at OpenAI. This role offers a unique opportunity to work remotely while contributing to the critical financial strategies that drive our organization forward. As a Strategic Finance Data Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in maximizing OpenAI’s long-term value by partnering across various business units to allocate and deploy resources effectively. You will collaborate with Finance, Product, Engineering, and Go-To-Market teams to deliver actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Become an expert in OpenAI’s data and systems, leveraging your skills to derive critical insights.
• Partner with Data Engineering, Finance, and other teams to self-serve data for analysis.
• 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 with 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.
• 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

• Competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000 annually.
• Comprehensive relocation packages to support your move and settling into your new role.
• Flexible remote work options to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment that values diverse perspectives.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources to enhance your work.
• Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs.

Join us as a Strategic Finance Data Scientist and help shape the future of AI at OpenAI. This remote opportunity allows you to make a significant impact while enjoying the flexibility of working from anywhere in the United States.