Senior Data Scientist, Analytics

Key Skills

Python Programming, SQL, Data Analytics, R Programming, AI Robotic systems

Job Description

Founded in 2015, Bowery Farming is on a mission to democratize access to high-quality, local, safe and sustainable produce. We build smart indoor farms near cities, growing fresher, pesticide-free Protected Produce with bold flavor in precisely controlled environments, 365 days a year. At the heart of each farm is the proprietary BoweryOS, which integrates software, hardware, sensors, AI, computer vision systems, machine learning models, and robotics to orchestrate and automate the entirety of its operations. As a result, each farm creates far less waste and uses a fraction of the water and land compared to traditional agriculture. For more insight on our culture, our teams, and all the things that make us so unique, check out The Roots: Bowery Farming's People Podcast.

About The Role:

This is an opportunity to join a small, growing team and make a substantial impact at Bowery. We’re looking for someone that can learn, adapt and roll with a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and who isn’t afraid of uncertainty.

Data analysis at Bowery means building data pipelines, crafting data visualizations, and helping a wide range of teams interpret reams of data generated by “the Techiest Farm in the World.” The data function at Bowery is central to the vision of the company as well as its day-to-day operation. You’ll be part of the Data & AI team which is responsible for everything from collecting data, to reporting facts, investigative analysis, building machine learning, and computer vision models.

This role is based out of our NYC HQ. We follow a hybrid working model.

What You'll Do:

• Develop SQL to transform the raw data produced by the farm into a comprehensive data warehouse as the authoritative source for all facts about the business.
• Build automated reporting which effectively draws attention to important information and helps decision-makers understand our priorities.
• Partner with other functional areas to develop metrics, understand analytical needs and interpret results about our crops and our business.
• Collaborate on the design and creation of data tools and decision frameworks used by our farm operators, agricultural scientists, and sales team to drive positive change.
• Build and use statistical and algorithmic models to proactively surface and predict relationships in data.
• Contribute to Bowery’s data-driven culture, and influence best practices.

What You'll Have:

• You are fluent in SQL, have opinions about a well-designed database, and know how to deal with data too big to analyze in memory.
• You are comfortable working in a highly technical team: contributing through version control, peer-reviewing code, and managing processes in production.
• You are comfortable being the technical resource for non-technical teams: translating business needs to technical requirements, communicating quantitative observations to make the teams around us more effective and well-informed. 
• You’ve got a natural attention to detail and drive for order that yields accuracy and reliability in the data you work with.
• You can own the critical trust-based relationship with our internal stakeholders.
• You have experience in and a passion for visualizing data to tell clear stories and support decision-making.
• You have some familiarity with data science languages like R or python, and enjoy learning more.
• You’re confident in taking ownership of projects from start to finish and enjoy the process of turning nebulous ideas into reality.
• You believe that teams succeed and fail together and take responsibility for ensuring the success and safety of your teammates.

Who We Are:

• Bowery is a place where everyone is welcome, included and empowered to reach their full potential.
• We live our shared values every day in both big and small ways: opt-in, think wildly different, break barriers together & be kind to the core.
• We are a mission-driven team of unconventional thinkers, problem-solvers, optimists and activators.
• We share a passion for giving back more to the planet than we take, growing deliciously abundant food without abundant harm.
• We are excited to hear from you!