Senior Data Scientist – LATAM

LATAM

About Distillery 

Distillery Tech Inc accelerates innovation through an unyielding approach to nearshore software development. The world’s most innovative technology teams choose Distillery to help accelerate strategic innovation, fill a pressing technology gap, and hit mission-critical deadlines. We support essential applications, mobile apps, websites, and eCommerce platforms by placing senior, strategic technical leaders and deploying fully managed technology teams that work intimately alongside our client’s in-house development teams.


At Distillery Tech Inc, we’re not here to reinvent nearshore software development, we’re on a mission to perfect it. Distillery Tech Inc is committed to diversity and inclusion. We actively seek to cultivate a workforce that reflects the rich tapestry of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences present in our society. Our recruitment efforts are dedicated to promoting equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other dimension of diversity.


About the Position

Distillery is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join our innovative team. In this role, you will play a key part in building new startups from the ground up, using your expertise in data science and machine learning to create practical outcomes from emerging technologies and accessible data. You will collaborate with our venture teams to validate business concepts, ideate and test data-driven use cases, and develop proof of concepts. As a hands-on expert, you will work closely with product and engineering teams to drive actionable insights and outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to have a significant impact on multiple ventures and shape the direction of technology-driven businesses.


Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of data science efforts across technology ventures.
  • Validate initial business concepts and ideate data-driven use cases.
  • Develop proof of concepts and implement machine learning solutions.
  • Collaborate with engineering and product teams to drive practical data science outcomes.
  • Conduct research in optimization algorithms and other advanced data science methodologies.
  • Apply data science techniques to real-world problems, focusing on practical, actionable results.

Requirements

  • Strong proficiency in Python for data analysis and machine learning.
  • Experience with Databricks and other modern data science tools.
  • Proven expertise in machine learning and optimization algorithms.
  • Hands-on experience in operations research and data-driven decision-making.
  • Excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal).
  • Ability to work in an agile, collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Based in Argentina, Colombia, Uruguay, Peru, or Mexico.

Why You'll Like Working Here

Join a global team committed to Distillery's core values: Unyielding Commitment, Relentless Pursuit, Courageous Ambition, and Authentic Connection.

  • 100% Remote Work: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere while collaborating with a diverse, multinational team.
  • Competitive Compensation: Generous and competitive package in USD, along with a comprehensive benefits plan.
  • Flexible Hours: Create a schedule that aligns with your life and priorities.
  • Home Office Setup: Receive all the hardware and software needed to succeed from home.
  • Innovative Workplace: Collaborate with the global Top 1% of talent in a multicultural and dynamic environment.
  • Focus on Growth: Pursue professional and personal development while contributing your unique talents to a team where you can truly shine!