AI Summary
Zicasso seeks a remote AI and Data Science Manager based in Texas to lead a team in developing AI-driven solutions for luxury travel. This role involves hands-on technical work, team leadership, and strategic data initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machine learning, NLP, and data analytics.
Key Highlights
Lead and mentor a team of data scientists.
Develop and deploy advanced AI and machine learning models.
Translate business challenges into actionable data projects.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Shape the company's AI and data science strategy.
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Fully remote work environment
Competitive salary
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Open Paid Time Off
10 company-paid holidays
Stock options package
401K retirement plan with employer matching
Discounted luxury travel
Two company-sponsored international trips annually
Job Description
About The Company
Established in 2008, Zicasso has distinguished itself as the most-reviewed and highest-rated luxury travel company specializing in creating immersive custom tours, vacations, and safaris. Our team comprises the world’s top 2% of boutique tour operators and travel agents who are pre-vetted and carefully selected to craft personalized itineraries tailored to each traveler’s unique preferences. At Zicasso, our mission is to bring our travelers’ dreams to life by pushing the boundaries of luxury travel experiences and delivering exceptional service.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic AI and Data Science Manager to lead our data science initiatives at Zicasso. In this fully remote, full-time role based in Texas, USA, you will oversee a talented team of data scientists, guiding the development of innovative AI-driven solutions that directly impact business operations, customer experiences, and strategic decision-making. Your expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics will be instrumental in driving data-centric initiatives that support the company’s growth and excellence in luxury travel services.
You will be responsible for both hands-on technical contributions and team leadership, mentoring your team to achieve high-impact outcomes. Your role involves translating complex business challenges into actionable data projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the deployment of scalable, production-ready AI models. Flexibility in work hours is available, with a preference for maximizing overlap with Pacific Time Zone hours to facilitate collaboration.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, or a related quantitative discipline
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience as a Data Scientist or in a related role
- At least 2 years of experience leading or managing a team of data professionals
- Proficiency in Python or R, with hands-on experience implementing machine learning pipelines and frameworks
- Advanced SQL skills, with experience working on large-scale relational or distributed datasets
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
- Strong knowledge of statistical modeling, data analysis techniques, and experimental design
- Hands-on expertise in AI, machine learning, and natural language processing (NLP) techniques, including model development, tuning, and validation
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to translate business challenges into analytical projects
- Effective communication skills for conveying insights to technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience working independently in remote environments and fostering a collaborative team culture
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of data scientists, providing coaching and professional growth opportunities
- Manage project prioritization, allocation, and roadmap development aligned with business objectives
- Serve as the primary liaison between the data science team and cross-functional stakeholders, translating business needs into technical solutions
- Design, develop, and validate advanced AI and machine learning models, including deep learning architectures and NLP applications
- Analyze large, complex datasets to uncover strategic insights that drive product innovation and operational efficiency
- Oversee the design and analysis of A/B tests and multi-variant experiments to optimize business initiatives
- Collaborate with data engineering teams to ensure scalable data infrastructure, quality, and consistency
- Provide training and guidance on data analysis, visualization, and reporting to promote a data-driven culture
- Help shape the company's AI and data science strategy, establishing clear objectives and performance benchmarks
- Fully remote work environment offering flexibility and work-life balance
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Open Paid Time Off policy along with 10 company-paid holidays annually
- Stock options package to participate in company success
- 401K retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Substantially discounted luxury travel options during off-peak seasons
- Participation in two company-sponsored international trips each year to destinations we serve
Zicasso is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.