JOB DUTIES: Lead cross-functional data initiatives with strategic influence. Responsible for strategic data planning and cross-team collaboration. Act as a technical lead and mentor for junior DS staff. Drive data architecture and pipeline scalability decisions. Manage stakeholder alignment at an org-wide level (beyond direct team). Build Power BI dashboards and automating data workflows. Write SQL/Python for data analysis and reporting. Telecommuting permitted within commuting distance from Avalara Seattle office.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Primary Requirements**

Master's degree in Data Science, Analytics, Information systems, or related quantitative field

3 years of experience as a Data Scientist or similar role, including 3 years of experience in each of the following:

Power BI

Snowflake/SQL

Predictive, prescriptive, and descriptive data modeling

SDLC

Agile

Experience must also include the following:

Python or R

Automated data ingestion, storage, and transformation

Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and macros; advanced formulas and functions including nested logic optimization and Array formulas/Dynamic Arrays; data modeling and analysis and data visualization; performance and optimization including debugging and error handling, and auditing.

Alternative Requirements**

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Analytics, Information systems, or related quantitative field

5 years of progressive, post baccalaureate experience as a Data Scientist or similar role, including 5 years of experience in each of the following:

Power BI

Snowflake/SQL

Predictive, prescriptive, and descriptive data modeling

SDLC

Agile

Experience must also include the following:

Python or R

Automated data ingestion, storage, and transformation

All experience may be gained concurrently.

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Base pay may be based on various factors, such as geographic location, candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. This role is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance depending on the terms of the applicable plan and the employee's role.

Avalara's benefits for eligible employees includes company benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, 17 days of paid time off annually, 12 paid holidays, paid parental leave, an employee assistance program, and subsidized transportation options for commuters. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and Avalara reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law.

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