Role Overview
Mercor is hiring a Lead Data Scientist Up to /hr. This is a contract role in CA. Part of Mercor's Social Media hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
About The Job
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: Ranking Data Scientist
Type: Contract
Compensation: $95–$130/hour
Location: Remote
Role Responsibilities
- Apply expertise in statistics, machine learning, and programming to enhance AI model training and improve model outputs.
- Leverage computer vision, feature extraction, and machine learning algorithms to drive content "shareability" on social media platforms.
- Design and evaluate predictive models using a flexible, analytical approach for optimal data value extraction.
- Collaborate with product engineers to translate prototypes into scalable products and features.
- Provide Business Intelligence and data visualization support for customer service dashboards and ad-hoc data analysis requests.
- Conduct metric movement investigations for key recommendation products and prepare weekly leadership reports.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a relevant technical field; PhD preferred.
- 5+ years of work experience in analytics.
- Fluency with SQL and Python.
- Experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow libraries.
- Experience training and using computer vision models.
- Strong written communication skills for conveying complex information.
- Experience working with large datasets.
Compensation & Legal
- Hourly contractor, Paid weekly
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Lead Data Scientist Up to /hr position at Mercor?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Mercor. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Lead Data Scientist Up to /hr position at Mercor located?
This position is based in CA. Mercor has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Lead Data Scientist Up to /hr at Mercor earn?
Mercor has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Lead Data Scientist Up to /hr role at Mercor posted?
This role was posted on March 20, 2026 (89 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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