About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
02/12/2026
Full time
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
02/12/2026
Full time
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
02/12/2026
Full time
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
02/12/2026
Full time
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
02/12/2026
Full time
About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. About the Role Gusto is looking for highly skilled, motivated Data Scientists with extensive experience (10+ years) applying their expertise in a business environment. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in leveraging experimentation, statistical inference, and causal analysis to drive strategic decision making that contributes to the overall success of our organization. The ideal candidate is a trusted data storyteller with strong statistical and coding skills, and a passion for applying these skills to help small businesses thrive. In this role you will work closely with our Product, Engineering, Design, Finance, and other Data teams to become an expert in the data for your domain, define and track metrics that help us understand our business performance, and dive deep into our Payroll, Benefits, and HR data to deliver insights and answer questions. You'll also integrate AI assisted practices to accelerate analysis, enhance rigor, and expand the reach of insights across Gusto. Here's what you'll do day to day: Strategic Leadership: Shape the analytical strategy for a major product or business area. Identify high leverage opportunities, set long term measurement and experimentation direction, and align executive stakeholders around data driven priorities. Execution Excellence: Drive and execute on org level analytical roadmaps that shape company strategy. Achieve alignment and ensure consistent analytical rigor and metric integrity across product domains. Scaled Impact: In addition to being an expert in statistical methods and driving impact through execution, you will drive frameworks for experimentation, causal analysis, and metric design that scale across multiple teams and influence org wide decision quality. Thought Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior product, engineering, and business leaders. Anticipate emerging questions, proactively define success measures, and advocate for data informed strategy across the org. Analytical Innovation: Push the boundaries of statistical modeling, experimentation, and AI assisted analytics. Design methods and tools that expand how Gusto leverages data to drive customer and business impact. Mentorship: Mentor and coach more junior data scientists, raising the bar for analytical thinking and storytelling. Here's what we're looking for: 10+ years of experience in Data Science at a product focused software company. Strong SQL and Python skills. Proven ability to apply statistical methods, causal inference, and experimental design to real business problems. Experience developing Machine Learning models is a plus. Excellent communication skills, with a track record of influencing cross functional stakeholders and leadership. Demonstrated experience leading large, technically complex projects with clear business impact. A proactive, resilient problem solver who independently structures ambiguous problems into actionable insights. Passion for mentoring others and raising the bar for data science craft across the team. BS/MS/PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Applied Math, etc.) or equivalent industry experience. Compensation Our cash compensation range is $170,000-$210,000 per year in Denver, $185,000-$225,000 in Los Angeles, and $200,000-$240,000 for San Francisco, Seattle and New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise. Work Location Employees based in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City are expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week. The same expectations apply to all Gusto roles in these locations. EEO Statement Gusto is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
02/12/2026
Full time
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
02/12/2026
Full time
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
02/12/2026
Full time
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
02/12/2026
Full time
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
02/12/2026
Full time
A modern financial technology company is seeking a Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer in Seattle. You will lead the development of machine learning models to enhance risk management within a primarily payments-focused environment. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of experience in data science, expertise in statistical analysis, and strong programming skills in Python or R. This role requires effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on product development.
A leading HR tech company is seeking an experienced Staff Data Scientist based in Denver. This role involves leveraging statistical methods and causal analysis to drive strategic decision-making. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in data science, strong skills in SQL and Python, and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively. The position aims to support small businesses by integrating data and AI across various teams. Competitive compensation ranging from $154,000 to $181,000 per year is offered.
02/12/2026
Full time
A leading HR tech company is seeking an experienced Staff Data Scientist based in Denver. This role involves leveraging statistical methods and causal analysis to drive strategic decision-making. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in data science, strong skills in SQL and Python, and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively. The position aims to support small businesses by integrating data and AI across various teams. Competitive compensation ranging from $154,000 to $181,000 per year is offered.
A leading HR tech company is seeking an experienced Staff Data Scientist based in Denver. This role involves leveraging statistical methods and causal analysis to drive strategic decision-making. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in data science, strong skills in SQL and Python, and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively. The position aims to support small businesses by integrating data and AI across various teams. Competitive compensation ranging from $154,000 to $181,000 per year is offered.
02/12/2026
Full time
A leading HR tech company is seeking an experienced Staff Data Scientist based in Denver. This role involves leveraging statistical methods and causal analysis to drive strategic decision-making. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in data science, strong skills in SQL and Python, and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively. The position aims to support small businesses by integrating data and AI across various teams. Competitive compensation ranging from $154,000 to $181,000 per year is offered.
A leading HR tech company is seeking an experienced Staff Data Scientist based in Denver. This role involves leveraging statistical methods and causal analysis to drive strategic decision-making. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in data science, strong skills in SQL and Python, and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively. The position aims to support small businesses by integrating data and AI across various teams. Competitive compensation ranging from $154,000 to $181,000 per year is offered.
02/12/2026
Full time
A leading HR tech company is seeking an experienced Staff Data Scientist based in Denver. This role involves leveraging statistical methods and causal analysis to drive strategic decision-making. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in data science, strong skills in SQL and Python, and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively. The position aims to support small businesses by integrating data and AI across various teams. Competitive compensation ranging from $154,000 to $181,000 per year is offered.
Sr Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management About Gusto Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams. On top of full-service payroll, Gusto offers health insurance, 401(k)s, expert HR, and team management tools. Today, Gusto offices in Denver, San Francisco, and New York serve more than 400,000 businesses nationwide. Our mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life, and it starts right here at Gusto. That's why we're committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace, both physically and virtually. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role As a Sr. Staff Software Engineer on the Entity Management team, you will spearhead the development of a new product that will remove the burden of compliance for our entrepreneurs, helping them focus on growing their business without worrying about paperwork. You will be responsible for defining the technical roadmap, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, managing daily team operations, and mentoring and guiding engineers. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a significant impact, we would love to have you join our team. About the Team The Entity Management team is responsible for building and maintaining tools that help small businesses manage the entire lifecycle of their legal and compliance needs, including incorporation. This means supporting business owners from the very first step of getting their company incorporated, all the way through ongoing compliance, account monitoring, and even dissolution if needed. The team's mission is to simplify and automate these often complex, time-consuming processes, so business owners can focus on growing their business without worrying about government regulations. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Define and execute the technical roadmap for the new product, ensuring alignment with overall business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, Customer Support, and Marketing, to deliver high-quality solutions. Mentor and guide engineers on the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Develop the team's software development process and technical approaches to ensure efficient and effective project execution. Drive the implementation of new functionality in legacy systems to enhance support for the new customer base. Act as the technical leader for the team, pioneering solutions and overcoming challenges to innovate and drive the project forward. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality standards. Here's what we're looking for: 12+ years of professional software development experience. Proven experience in leading the development of greenfield products and/or features. Ruby on Rails, Typescript, and React experience is preferred but not required. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, and Marketing. Strong mentorship skills with a track record of fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within a team. Experience acting as a technical leader, solving complex problems, and driving innovation. Ability to develop and enhance the team's software development processes and technical approaches. Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory). Please note that travel to Gusto's Denver office for onboarding is required for this position. If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please share with your recruiter. Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $191,000/yr to $237,000/yr in Denver & most remote locations, and $225,000/yr to $275,000/yr for San Francisco & New York. Stock equity is additional. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Preferred Name Zip Code / Postal Code (Non-U.S. based candidates, please enter "00000") LinkedIn Profile How did you hear about this opportunity? (select all that apply) LinkedIn Indeed Facebook News Article Conference or Meetup Company Blog Company Employee Company Website Are you legally authorized to work in the country where you are applying? Select Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment? Select If you'll require this employer to commence, i.e., "sponsor," an immigration or work permit case in order to employ you, either now or at some point in the future, then you should answer yes. An example of an immigration or work permit case that may require sponsorship now or in the future would be an H-1B or other employment-based work permit sponsorship. Voluntary Self-Identification Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it helps us to build better products, better serve our customers, and makes our company stronger. In addition to the information required to consider your application, below is a set of demographic questions that help us identify areas for improvement in our process and further support the development and execution of our diversity efforts and programs as well as to create a more inclusive environment for all employees. Your responses to these questions will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Your responses, or your wish not to answer, will not be associated with your specific application, will not be shared with hiring managers, and will not in any way be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions. Please use this as a reference while completing the disability self-identification: You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Blindness Deafness Cancer Diabetes Epilepsy Autism Cerebral palsy HIV/AIDS Bipolar disorder Multiple sclerosis (MS) Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair How would you describe your gender identity (please select one)? Select I identify as transgender (please select one): Select I identify my sexual orientation as (please select one): Select I identify my race/ethnicity as (mark all that apply): Select Veteran Status (please select one): Select I have a disability (please select one): Select I identify as a first-generation professional (please select one): Select
02/12/2026
Full time
Sr Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management About Gusto Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams. On top of full-service payroll, Gusto offers health insurance, 401(k)s, expert HR, and team management tools. Today, Gusto offices in Denver, San Francisco, and New York serve more than 400,000 businesses nationwide. Our mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life, and it starts right here at Gusto. That's why we're committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace, both physically and virtually. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role As a Sr. Staff Software Engineer on the Entity Management team, you will spearhead the development of a new product that will remove the burden of compliance for our entrepreneurs, helping them focus on growing their business without worrying about paperwork. You will be responsible for defining the technical roadmap, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, managing daily team operations, and mentoring and guiding engineers. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a significant impact, we would love to have you join our team. About the Team The Entity Management team is responsible for building and maintaining tools that help small businesses manage the entire lifecycle of their legal and compliance needs, including incorporation. This means supporting business owners from the very first step of getting their company incorporated, all the way through ongoing compliance, account monitoring, and even dissolution if needed. The team's mission is to simplify and automate these often complex, time-consuming processes, so business owners can focus on growing their business without worrying about government regulations. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Define and execute the technical roadmap for the new product, ensuring alignment with overall business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, Customer Support, and Marketing, to deliver high-quality solutions. Mentor and guide engineers on the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Develop the team's software development process and technical approaches to ensure efficient and effective project execution. Drive the implementation of new functionality in legacy systems to enhance support for the new customer base. Act as the technical leader for the team, pioneering solutions and overcoming challenges to innovate and drive the project forward. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality standards. Here's what we're looking for: 12+ years of professional software development experience. Proven experience in leading the development of greenfield products and/or features. Ruby on Rails, Typescript, and React experience is preferred but not required. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, and Marketing. Strong mentorship skills with a track record of fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within a team. Experience acting as a technical leader, solving complex problems, and driving innovation. Ability to develop and enhance the team's software development processes and technical approaches. Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory). Please note that travel to Gusto's Denver office for onboarding is required for this position. If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please share with your recruiter. Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $191,000/yr to $237,000/yr in Denver & most remote locations, and $225,000/yr to $275,000/yr for San Francisco & New York. Stock equity is additional. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Preferred Name Zip Code / Postal Code (Non-U.S. based candidates, please enter "00000") LinkedIn Profile How did you hear about this opportunity? (select all that apply) LinkedIn Indeed Facebook News Article Conference or Meetup Company Blog Company Employee Company Website Are you legally authorized to work in the country where you are applying? Select Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment? Select If you'll require this employer to commence, i.e., "sponsor," an immigration or work permit case in order to employ you, either now or at some point in the future, then you should answer yes. An example of an immigration or work permit case that may require sponsorship now or in the future would be an H-1B or other employment-based work permit sponsorship. Voluntary Self-Identification Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it helps us to build better products, better serve our customers, and makes our company stronger. In addition to the information required to consider your application, below is a set of demographic questions that help us identify areas for improvement in our process and further support the development and execution of our diversity efforts and programs as well as to create a more inclusive environment for all employees. Your responses to these questions will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Your responses, or your wish not to answer, will not be associated with your specific application, will not be shared with hiring managers, and will not in any way be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions. Please use this as a reference while completing the disability self-identification: You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Blindness Deafness Cancer Diabetes Epilepsy Autism Cerebral palsy HIV/AIDS Bipolar disorder Multiple sclerosis (MS) Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair How would you describe your gender identity (please select one)? Select I identify as transgender (please select one): Select I identify my sexual orientation as (please select one): Select I identify my race/ethnicity as (mark all that apply): Select Veteran Status (please select one): Select I have a disability (please select one): Select I identify as a first-generation professional (please select one): Select
Sr Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management About Gusto Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams. On top of full-service payroll, Gusto offers health insurance, 401(k)s, expert HR, and team management tools. Today, Gusto offices in Denver, San Francisco, and New York serve more than 400,000 businesses nationwide. Our mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life, and it starts right here at Gusto. That's why we're committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace, both physically and virtually. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy. About the Role As a Sr. Staff Software Engineer on the Entity Management team, you will spearhead the development of a new product that will remove the burden of compliance for our entrepreneurs, helping them focus on growing their business without worrying about paperwork. You will be responsible for defining the technical roadmap, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, managing daily team operations, and mentoring and guiding engineers. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a significant impact, we would love to have you join our team. About the Team The Entity Management team is responsible for building and maintaining tools that help small businesses manage the entire lifecycle of their legal and compliance needs, including incorporation. This means supporting business owners from the very first step of getting their company incorporated, all the way through ongoing compliance, account monitoring, and even dissolution if needed. The team's mission is to simplify and automate these often complex, time-consuming processes, so business owners can focus on growing their business without worrying about government regulations. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Define and execute the technical roadmap for the new product, ensuring alignment with overall business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, Customer Support, and Marketing, to deliver high-quality solutions. Mentor and guide engineers on the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Develop the team's software development process and technical approaches to ensure efficient and effective project execution. Drive the implementation of new functionality in legacy systems to enhance support for the new customer base. Act as the technical leader for the team, pioneering solutions and overcoming challenges to innovate and drive the project forward. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality standards. Here's what we're looking for: 12+ years of professional software development experience. Proven experience in leading the development of greenfield products and/or features. Ruby on Rails, Typescript, and React experience is preferred but not required. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, and Marketing. Strong mentorship skills with a track record of fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within a team. Experience acting as a technical leader, solving complex problems, and driving innovation. Ability to develop and enhance the team's software development processes and technical approaches. Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory). Please note that travel to Gusto's Denver office for onboarding is required for this position. If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please share with your recruiter. Our cash compensation is targeted at $225,000/yr to $275,000/yr for San Francisco, CA. Stock equity is additional. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you.
02/12/2026
Full time
Sr Staff Software Engineer, Entity Management About Gusto Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams. On top of full-service payroll, Gusto offers health insurance, 401(k)s, expert HR, and team management tools. Today, Gusto offices in Denver, San Francisco, and New York serve more than 400,000 businesses nationwide. Our mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life, and it starts right here at Gusto. That's why we're committed to building a collaborative and inclusive workplace, both physically and virtually. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy. About the Role As a Sr. Staff Software Engineer on the Entity Management team, you will spearhead the development of a new product that will remove the burden of compliance for our entrepreneurs, helping them focus on growing their business without worrying about paperwork. You will be responsible for defining the technical roadmap, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, managing daily team operations, and mentoring and guiding engineers. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a significant impact, we would love to have you join our team. About the Team The Entity Management team is responsible for building and maintaining tools that help small businesses manage the entire lifecycle of their legal and compliance needs, including incorporation. This means supporting business owners from the very first step of getting their company incorporated, all the way through ongoing compliance, account monitoring, and even dissolution if needed. The team's mission is to simplify and automate these often complex, time-consuming processes, so business owners can focus on growing their business without worrying about government regulations. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Define and execute the technical roadmap for the new product, ensuring alignment with overall business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, Customer Support, and Marketing, to deliver high-quality solutions. Mentor and guide engineers on the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Develop the team's software development process and technical approaches to ensure efficient and effective project execution. Drive the implementation of new functionality in legacy systems to enhance support for the new customer base. Act as the technical leader for the team, pioneering solutions and overcoming challenges to innovate and drive the project forward. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality standards. Here's what we're looking for: 12+ years of professional software development experience. Proven experience in leading the development of greenfield products and/or features. Ruby on Rails, Typescript, and React experience is preferred but not required. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, and Marketing. Strong mentorship skills with a track record of fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within a team. Experience acting as a technical leader, solving complex problems, and driving innovation. Ability to develop and enhance the team's software development processes and technical approaches. Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory). Please note that travel to Gusto's Denver office for onboarding is required for this position. If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please share with your recruiter. Our cash compensation is targeted at $225,000/yr to $275,000/yr for San Francisco, CA. Stock equity is additional. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you.
Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? 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02/12/2026
Full time
Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? 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Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? 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02/12/2026
Full time
Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? 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Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? 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02/12/2026
Full time
Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? 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02/12/2026
Full time
Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? 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Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? 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02/12/2026
Full time
Staff Applied AI and Machine Learning Engineer, Payments & Risk About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff-like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR-so owners can focus on their craft and customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we're proud to support more than 400,000 small businesses across the country, and we're building a workplace that represents and celebrates the customers we serve. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy . About the Role: Gusto's Data Science team leverages Gusto's rich dataset to guide product direction and decision-making. We operate full-stack, conducting analyses, prototyping and deploying predictive models and statistical tools both for internal use and for our customers. For this role, we are looking for a technical leader (an individual contributor) to drive machine learning and AI in the payment and risk domains. You will build a model-driven risk platform to provide a trusted environment for Gusto Ecosystem. You'll be working with an established team and seasoned payments and risk leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, Operation, Identity and Compliance. In this role, you'll work cross functionally to build Platforms that span the entire breadth of the Payments and Risk Stacks, and use ML and AI to build a world- class, high secure platform that safeguards our users' activities and money, and ensures unparalleled reliability. Here's what you'll do day-to-day: Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model's performance over time Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team's core analysis and modeling capabilities, including through the integration of LLMs to improve data processing, analysis, and insights. Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto's products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company Here's what we're looking for: 8+ years of experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications. This could mean either a MS or PhD in a quantitative field with at least 5 years experience in a business environment, or BS or Data Science Bootcamp graduate with at least 8 years of experience working as a data scientist or a machine learning engineer in a business setting. Proven experience in credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks, along with a strong understanding of AI-based approaches and the potential of LLMs to enhance traditional models. Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional). Basic understanding of LLMs and their applications. Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development to deployment Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $225,000 - $285,000 for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle, $205,000- $255,000 in Los Angeles, $187,000 - $235,000 in Denver, and $200,000 - $250,000 CAD for Toronto, Canada. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Interested in building your career at Gusto, Inc.? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.