Staff Data Scientist

About OntraOntra is the leader in AI-powered solutions for the private markets. Powered by industry-leading AI, data from over 2 million contracts, and a global network of legal professionals, Ontra automates critical private market workflows across the fund lifecycle. Ontra’s solutions transform unstructured data trapped in static documents into actionable intelligence, enabling firms to accelerate contracts, streamline compliance, and automate entity management. Trusted by more than 1,000 global GPs, investment banks, law firms, and advisors – including nine of the top ten PEI-ranked firms worldwide – Ontra helps firms focus on what’s important.Our CultureOntra is a remote-first company that values the power of connection. We find innovative ways to stay connected, both virtually and in person. By promoting ownership, inspiring creativity, and championing collaboration, Ontra enables you to shape your impact and growth. Our commitment to innovation extends beyond our technology; it’s embedded in our culture, and AI plays a crucial role in everything we do.Our culture is one where belonging is the cornerstone of every interaction, rooted in acceptance and respect for all. Our commitment to inclusion begins at the application process, ensuring a fair and equitable hiring experience that values the unique contributions you bring from day one.About The RoleOntra is seeking a Staff Data Scientist reporting to our Senior Manager, Data Science.For this job, we are currently only hiring candidates based in the United States. For more information on where we employ, please see below.We’re looking for someone excited to harness data-driven insights, collaborate closely with product GM/VP, and strategically influence product development and business outcomes.If you are an experienced data scientist with a knack for measurement architecture, possess strong product and business judgment, excel in executive storytelling, and have a proven track record of bar-raising influence, all while being self-directed in ambiguous environments, we’d love to get to know you!What You’ll DoProduct Data Strategy: Collaborate with product GM/VP to harness data-driven insights for enhancing business outcomes and shaping the product's strategic direction.Analytical Leadership: Conduct in-depth analysis to inform and influence the product roadmap, ensuring decisions are grounded in solid data insights.Collaborative Partnership: Work closely with the VP of Product to align data science initiatives with strategic product goals and objectives.Executive Communication: Develop and deliver compelling data narratives to executive teams to effectively communicate findings and drive decision-making.Mentorship and Development: Guide and mentor team members, fostering a learning environment and continuously raising the standard for the data team.What You’ll BringExperience: 8+ years in data science, analytics, or applied quantitative work, with at least 2 years at a Senior or higher level. Strong preference for tech lead or manager experience.Technical Proficiency: Expertise in advanced SQL and fluency in Python or R for conducting analytical workflows.Product Impact: Proven ability to drive measurable outcomes on products using data, including setting metric frameworks such as north star metrics, funnels, and guardrails.Stakeholder Influence: Demonstrated ability to present to and influence stakeholders at the VP level or higher.Team Development: Experience in enhancing the capabilities of the broader data team, with tech lead experience strongly preferred.Pay TransparencyOntra takes individual candidate location, experience, and skills into consideration when determining compensation. The base pay range is listed below. Some positions may be eligible for additional compensation, such as commission, variable compensation, profits interest units, or other equity-based compensation, which are not included in the below base pay range.If you are selected to participate in our interview process, your Talent Acquisition Partner will share more details about the total compensation package for the role.Hiring LocationsWe currently hire exclusively in the locations listed below. Select jobs may have more specific location requirements due to business needs.United StatesArizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, WashingtonAPACHong KongEMEAUnited KingdomBenefits SnapshotRemote-first working policy, with office hubs in NYC, Santa Barbara, and LondonTwice yearly team offsites for in-person collaborationPaid flexible time off policyPaid parental leave and benefitsEmployer-supported retirement contributions, varying by countryMonthly phone and internet reimbursementCompany-sponsored learning and development resources, department budgets for professional development, and a robust onboarding programVarious options for medical, dental, and vision insuranceTravel Occasional travel is required for Ontra employees, including typically at least twice per year to attend team and larger group off-sites for in-person collaboration. For some roles, additional travel may be required based on the requirements of the role and business need.InclusivityOntra is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Ontra will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact people@ontra.ai.Personnel Privacy Notice: View here.Note on Employment Verification: All employees hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in their particular location.Note to External Agencies: We are not accepting any blind submissions or resumes/CVs from recruitment agencies. Any candidates sent to Ontra will NOT be accepted or considered as a submission without a signed agreement in place.Compensation Range: $249,960 - $349,920