Decision Scientist/Risk Modeler

Boston, MA
Full Time
Corporate
Mid Level

Job Title: Decision Scientist/Risk Modeler  
Location: Onsite – Boston HQ  
Employee Type: Full Time, Exempt 
Compensation:  $82,800+ Full Benefit Package and Bonus Opportunity  

About Us: 

Join a dynamic startup poised for growth and innovation in the mobility sector. Flexcar is the first and only zero down, month-to-month car lease. Currently active in four markets and expanding rapidly, Flexcar is pioneering a new category in the $90 billion automotive industry. 

As a key player in our launch, you will be at the forefront of customer experience, driving operational excellence while collaborating with C-Level executives and cross-functional teams.  

At Flexcar, we don’t sell cars. We sell freedom. 

  • Freedom from car loans. 

  • Freedom from used car salesmen, insurance agents, and car mechanics. 

  • Freedom to cancel anytime. 

  • Freedom to drive any car, anytime. 

Role Overview: 

 
As a Decision Scientist and Modeler, you'll work with data to solve complex business problems and provide insights that drive strategic decision-making. You'll use your analytical skills to turn raw data into actionable recommendations for various departments within the Flexcar organization. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your analytical skills to real-world problems and make a significant impact on business strategies. You'll work in a dynamic environment where you'll continuously learn and grow your data science expertise while helping organizations make data-driven decisions. 

What You’ll Do: 

  • Analyze large datasets using statistical methods and machine learning techniques 

  • Develop predictive models to forecast trends and outcomes 

  • Create data visualizations to communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders 

  • Collaborate with different teams to identify areas for improvement and efficiency 

  • Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and validate solutions 

  • Translate business problems into analytical frameworks 

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in data science and machine learning 

What Drives Success for This Role: 

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as data science, statistics, economics, or computer science 

  • 1-4 years of experience in data analysis, modeling, or a related field 

  • Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R 

  • Strong understanding of statistical concepts and machine learning algorithms 

  • Experience with data tools like Tableau, Knime, and H2O 

  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills 

  • Strong communication skills to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences 

Additional Preferred Qualifications:  

  

  • Experience in the industry relevant to Flexcar (e.g., insurance, finance, technology) 

  • Familiarity with big data technologies and data tools like Snowflake 

  • Knowledge of SQL for database querying 

 
 

What You’ll Love About This Role: 

  • Supportive Leadership: Your leadership team is dedicated to ensuring you have the resources and support you need to succeed. 

  • Influence Change: As a key influencer in our organization, you will have the opportunity to drive meaningful change and impact our growth trajectory. 

  • Hands-On Impact: Experience the satisfaction of seeing the processes you implement drive real results in the field. 

  • Dynamic Environment: Enjoy the excitement of a role where each day presents new challenges and opportunities. 

What Tops Off the Tank: 

  • Rest & Relaxation: Unlimited paid time off (we encourage a minimum of 10 days annually) plus twelve corporate company holidays   

  • Future Savings: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with company match from day one. 

  • Family Expansion: Take advantage of up to twelve weeks of paid family leave. 

  • Employee Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision eligibility day one. Enjoy discounted rates on Flexcar products. 

Flexcar is rapidly growing, and we want you to be a Flexster. Our special team is passionate, kind, collaborative, driven, and all-in on building the next automotive game-changer from the ground-up. This truly is an amazing opportunity to not only contribute your talents as a team-member, but also to help build the future Flexcar.   

  

  

Flexcar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Flexcar provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

Who Are We:

We are fiercely disrupting the concept of automobile ownership Flexcar is on a mission to replace car ownership for the majority of car owners. Currently operational in 4 markets and continuing to grow, our goal is to offer a flexible alternative to car ownership that puts our members in the driver seat of their budget and their vehicle. Flexcar covers all maintenance costs, insurance costs, registration costs, and more, to provide an ownership alternative that is simple and seamless for our members. Flexcar empowers all walks of life the flexibility to have a car of their own without the hassles of traditional car ownership. Convenient and affordable, Flexcar is here to disrupt a 90 billion dollar industry by providing customers an alternative to car-sharing, leases, ownership, and car rentals.

The Extra Mile:

Flexcar is rapidly growing and we want you to be a Flexster. Our special team is passionate, kind, collaborative, driven, and all-in on building the next automotive game-changer from the ground-up. This truly is an amazing opportunity to not only contribute your talents as a team-member, but also to help build the future Flexcar.

Flexcar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Flexcar provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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