Data Scientist

REPORTS TO: CTO

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time; Exempt

LOCATION: Remote eligible; Flagstaff, AZ preferred (relocation offered)

BASE SALARY: $100,000 - $165,000

About Us

Crosswalk Labs is a start-up company whose mission is to make every city-level decision a climate decision. We’ve seen firsthand how well-informed choices that are grounded in data can shape communities and affect the environment. With that in mind, we developed a system that saves time by providing a detailed, peer-reviewed approach to emissions data validated by atmospheric science – verifiable metrics that cities across the country can rely on.

Our small team comprises former elected officials and data scientists who are committed to supporting citizens and leaders in making thoughtful decisions to help reduce emissions. We have offices in Flagstaff, Arizona and Washington, DC, though many of us choose to work a hybrid or remote schedule. We recognize that each of us have different needs and desires in life and in work, and our goal is to provide an environment where all Crosswalk employees can thrive. To that end, we provide the tools and flexibility required to balance the responsibilities of work and home, and we recognize that looks different for everyone.

Where You Come In

Crosswalk Labs is looking for a data scientist to help grow our greenhouse gas emissions information system. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with start-up experience, or a desire to gain start-up experience as part of a new company poised for growth and opportunity in the coming years.

To be successful in this role, you’ll have skills in R, python, SQL, and GIS and an interest in applying those skills to climate change data. This position is open to remote work and in person at our offices located in Flagstaff, AZ. Regardless of remote or in person, we need a candidate willing to work a hybrid schedule with some onsite time. Because we see the need for this role to collaborate more closely with our team, we are offering full relocation for the right candidate.

The Work

• Help run a large GHG emissions codebase to produce necessary output (emissions in standardized format, spatial data, driver data, etc.)
• Debugging
• QA/QC
• Refine/Standardize (research code to production code)
• Organize and backup data
• Assist with various other tasks as needed
• Coordinate/communicate with University researchers and team members downstream of data production

Required Experience

• 6+ years of demonstrated work history; Education may be substituted for work experience
• Highly proficient in R
• Experience doing geospatial work in R and using GIS functions in R
• Proficient in statistics/geostatistics (important for QA/QC, analyzing data, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work and problem solve independently

Desired Experience

• Background in environmental science, urban science, engineering, etc.
• Experience with big data
• Experience using Linux and a computing cluster or cloud computing
• Experience developing in a professional codebase environment
• Project management
• Database management (SQL, web database services)
• Familiarity with working in a startup environment

Physical Requirements

This position is located in an office setting. It requires prolonged periods of remaining stationary. Candidates need to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and need to be able to move boxes weighing up to 30 lbs. They will constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment.

Other Expectations

• Travel to the Flagstaff, AZ office approximately 2 to 3 weeks per year (if remote).
• Travel to Washington, DC or Flagstaff, AZ office or other locations for in-person staff engagement opportunities (once or twice per year)

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary commensurate with experience
• Eligible for annual bonus
• Equity grant incentive
• 100% company paid individual medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Unlimited paid time off
• 11 company paid holidays
• Remote/hybrid/flexible workplace culture

For more information, visit www.crosswalk.io.

Application Instructions: Please send a letter of interest and resume to talent@crosswalk.io.  

Crosswalk Labs Association is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.