Team Lead, Data Science

Who we are is what we do. Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly. Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers. Why should you be part of our success story? As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are. Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator's top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google. Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work. Summary The Team Lead of Data Science will lead a high-performing team of data scientists, leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to drive key business decisions. You will be responsible for overseeing data-driven projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior data scientists. This role plays a key part in enhancing Deel’s data capabilities and advancing data science initiatives that support the company’s growth. Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of data scientists to deliver high-impact data models, algorithms, and insights for various business units. Develop and execute data science projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timely delivery. Guide the team in applying machine learning techniques to solve complex business problems and improve decision-making. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure seamless deployment of data models and analytics into production. Mentor and coach junior data scientists, fostering growth and development within the team. Develop and maintain best practices for data science workflows, ensuring high standards of reproducibility and reliability. Drive innovation by staying updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in data science. Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and scalability of data models and analyses. Communicate data insights and model outcomes to non-technical stakeholders, including leadership teams. Oversee the continuous improvement of data processes, methodologies, and tools within the team. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in data science, with a strong background in machine learning, statistics, and data modeling. 2+ years of experience leading or managing a data science team. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL. Strong experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Expertise in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization tools (e.g., Pandas, Matplotlib, Tableau). Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and distributed computing (e.g., Spark). Solid understanding of statistical analysis and hypothesis testing methods. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for driving data-driven decision-making across the organization. Total Rewards Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. Our salary range reflects gross base salary. For commercial roles with commission eligibility, this figure represents On-Target Earnings (OTE), inclusive of base salary and target commission. Salary ranges are quoted in USD as a consistent global reference. Your offer will be localized to your country's currency using a market-aligned conversion. Final pay is based on objective, job-related criteria including experience, skills, and location. We don't ask about salary history. Offers are based on the role and what you bring to it. Some things you'll enjoy Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access At Deel, we're an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @ deel.com and other acquired company emails like @ payspace.com and @ paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page. Deel welcomes persons with disabilities to apply to any of our open roles. We will provide application and/or interview accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities or other needs. If you require application and/or interview accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via email ( recruiting@deel.com ) and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. As part of our hiring process, we primarily rely on interviews and role-related assessments. In limited cases, we may also consider informal background information relevant to the role, in line with our privacy and fairness obligations. This application process may utilise Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT) and AI systems to assist in evaluating candidates based on experience level, technical skills and qualifications. This processing is conducted in compliance with applicable Data Protection, AI Governance and Labour Laws. We ensure human oversight is maintained in all final hiring decisions. 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