Staff Data Scientist
Location: On-Site, San Diego, CA

Job Description:

Are you a creative, data-driven problem solver with a passion for AI and machine learning? Intuit is seeking an innovative Staff Data Scientist to join our Consumer Group Finance team, where you’ll play a pivotal role in revolutionizing our financial forecasting and reporting processes. If you’re ready to dive into exciting challenges and transform the way we leverage AI in financial operations, this opportunity is for you!


What You’ll Do:

As a Staff Data Scientist, you’ll be at the forefront of developing and integrating AI technologies into our core financial processes. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the accuracy and efficiency of financial forecasting and insights.

  • Machine Learning & AI: Build and deploy modern AI models to improve financial forecasting, drive insights, and enhance core financial processes.
  • Data Exploration & Analysis: Analyze large and complex datasets, uncover key patterns and insights, and translate them into actionable strategies to inform financial decision-making.
  • Modeling & Improvement: Collaborate with financial analysts to iteratively refine models, ensure they remain accurate over time, and measure their impact on financial outcomes.
  • Technology Exploration: Explore emerging technologies and evaluate how they can be leveraged to enhance and optimize financial processes and forecasting accuracy.
  • Data Stewardship: Ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of financial data by adhering to strict data stewardship principles.
  • Collaborative Leadership: Manage complex processes, navigate ambiguity, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives. Effectively communicate model outcomes and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Experience: 5+ years of industry experience in data science, with a strong background in machine learning and AI applications.
  • Educational Foundation: BS, MS, or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Technical Expertise: Proficient with modern data science tools and languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL, NoSQL) and familiar with large-scale data manipulation.
  • Financial Insights: Experience applying data science in financial processes, such as forecasting, reporting, or analysis is a plus.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate complex data insights, tell compelling stories with data, and motivate stakeholders to act on your recommendations.
  • Leadership: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage complex, ambiguous situations.
  • Drive for Results: Highly organized, with a commitment to excellence and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

How You Will Lead:

In this role, you’ll be more than just a contributor — you’ll be a key player in transforming the way we leverage AI and data science in finance. You’ll lead efforts to:

  • Optimize Financial Models: Drive the evolution of our financial models, ensuring they continue to provide accurate insights that influence key business decisions.
  • Shape Future Financial Technology: Stay ahead of emerging technology trends and identify how they can be used to enhance financial processes.
  • Collaborate with Stakeholders: Partner with financial analysts and business leaders to ensure AI models are aligned with business needs and evolving financial goals.
  • Continuous Improvement: Own the end-to-end pipeline, from data collection to model input, and work iteratively to improve the models over time.

Why Intuit?

  • Impactful Work: You’ll be working on exciting, high-impact projects that will shape the future of financial forecasting and reporting for millions of people.
  • Innovation Culture: Join a team that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with AI and machine learning.
  • Career Growth: At Intuit, we invest in your growth through continuous learning, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges.
  • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being, career development, and work-life balance.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are an innovative thinker who’s passionate about AI, machine learning, and financial optimization, we want to hear from you! Apply now to help Intuit transform the financial landscape with cutting-edge technology.


Key Skills:

  • Staff Data Scientist