Remote Senior Data Science Engineer Jobs

Remote Senior Data Science Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. in technology, finance, healthcare, and enterprise software, at remote-first companies and distributed teams that depend on senior data science engineers to build and own production-grade ML systems. Employers hiring remotely right now include ZS Associates, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Honor. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles72
Top employerZS Associates
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialBachelor's degree in statistics
Companies hiring59

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RockWallet
Data Science & Machine Learning Intern
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RockWallet
New 4h ago
Data Science & Machine Learning Intern
RockWallet
Remote
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)

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Rent the Runway
Manager, Data Science
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Rent the Runway
New 12h ago
Manager, Data Science
Rent the Runway
New York, New York
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$160k - $195k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in statistics
51-200

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Dexcom
Manager Data Science
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Dexcom
New 13h ago
Manager Data Science
Dexcom
San Diego, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$142k - $236k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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AllTrails
Data Science & Engineering Manager
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AllTrails
Added 5d ago
Data Science & Engineering Manager
AllTrails
Remote
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science
MLOps
Technical Program Management
$170k - $215k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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Kohl's
Manager, Data Science (Personalization & Recommendation Systems) (Remote)
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Added 5d ago
Manager, Data Science (Personalization & Recommendation Systems) (Remote)
Kohl's
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Remote Senior Data Science Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

ZS Associates
ZS Associates5 open roles
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene3 open roles
Honor
Honor2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Retail
  • Insurance
  • Science & Research

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote senior data science engineer jobs.

  • 5 or more years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related engineering discipline
  • Proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn
  • Hands-on experience designing and deploying production-grade machine learning pipelines
  • Strong command of distributed computing tools including Spark, Databricks, or equivalent platforms
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure for data and model infrastructure
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a closely related field

Tips for Your Remote Senior Data Science Engineer Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote senior data science engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place so you can find roles that match your stack and seniority and apply directly. Remote postings from in-demand employers fill fast, so applying early matters.

Build a portfolio that shows production ML work

Remote employers can't watch you work, so your public portfolio does that job for them. Document end-to-end projects: problem framing, data pipeline choices, model selection rationale, and business outcomes. Code on GitHub with clear READMEs signals the async communication habits remote teams need.

Demonstrate async collaboration skills explicitly

Remote senior data science engineers are expected to drive alignment without synchronous standups. Highlight experience writing design documents, async code reviews, and stakeholder updates in writing. Teams hiring remotely screen for this more carefully than technical skills alone.

Target remote-first companies and distributed teams

Remote-first firms and companies with fully distributed engineering teams have built their workflows around remote collaboration, which makes onboarding, tooling, and expectations clearer from day one. Look for roles where the entire team is remote, not just the position.

Remote Senior Data Science Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote senior data science engineer job?

Target remote-first companies and distributed engineering teams, which hire senior data science engineers without geographic restrictions and expect candidates who own work end-to-end. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, strong written communication, and the ability to drive projects asynchronously. A portfolio showing deployed models, documented decisions, and measurable business impact gives you a clear edge over candidates with credentials alone.

Which companies hire remote senior data science engineers?

Companies hiring remote senior data science engineers right now include ZS Associates, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Honor, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first firms and distributed teams across technology, fintech, and healthcare tend to hire most actively for this role.

Can you get a remote senior data science engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person support. Remote-first startups and smaller distributed teams are more open to early-career candidates who show strong fundamentals. A public GitHub portfolio, contributions to open-source ML projects, and demonstrated async communication skills can substitute for formal work history in those environments.

Do you need a degree for remote senior data science engineer jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers weight demonstrated skills, production ML experience, and a portfolio of shipped work over formal credentials. A degree in a quantitative field helps, particularly at larger companies with structured hiring, but remote-first firms and early-stage teams routinely hire senior data science engineers who can show results through public projects, professional work, or contract contributions.

Which industries hire the most remote senior data science engineers?

Most remote senior data science engineer openings sit in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Retail, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors run distributed data and ML teams that operate effectively without centralized offices, making remote hiring a standard practice rather than an exception.

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