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Senior Data Scientist, Business Analytics
New York City
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$130,000–185,000/yearAnnual period assumed — pay source
Compensation Compensation for this role varies based on experience, with an indicative range of $130K–$185K + equity. Final compensation will depend on the level at which the candidate is hired, as we’re considering multiple levels for this role. Unlimited vacation
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Before you apply
- Work authorization
- Must already have the right to work in the US
Fora is unable to sponsor or assist with US work authorization
What you’ll work on
Full postingFora is hiring a Senior Data Scientist to help us run the business more efficiently.
This is a foundational role on the Data Science & Analytics team.
Own the growth operating model for forecasting, scenarios and weekly steering
Partner with Strategy & Operations and Finance on goal-setting and forecasting
Analyze data to diagnose business trajectory and trends
Size opportunities and model pricing and new initiative impact
Advise executives and founders on strategic decisions and investments
From the employer’s posting
Fora is hiring a Senior Data Scientist to help us run the business more efficiently. As we scale, we're looking for someone to own the growth operating model behind our forecasting, planning, and goal-setting processes, and guide strategic decisions for our founders and senior leadership team.
This is a foundational role on the Data Science & Analytics team. You'll operate as a strategic partner to Strategy & Operations, Finance, and executive leadership, helping drive decisions around growth targets, resource allocation, and strategic investments.
Own the growth operating model used to forecast the business, run scenarios, and steer the business week to week
Partner with Strategy & Operations and Finance on goal-setting and forecasting cycles
Analyze our data to diagnose and explain our business trajectory and trends
Size opportunities and model the impact of pricing changes and new business initiatives to inform where we invest
Partner with executive leadership and founders to shape strategic company decisions and investments
What you’ll bring
All qualificationsCore experience
- 5+ years in business data science, business analytics, or strategy and analytics.
- Experience building financial or operating models using quantitative methods such as forecasting, regression analysis, and cohort analysis.
- Hands-on experience with a modern cloud data stack (e.g.
- Experience using LLM tools (e.g.
- Strong communication and storytelling skills.
Preferred experience
- Experience at consumer or marketplace companies preferred.
- Proficiency in Python or another scripting language preferred.
Qualification wording
5+ years in business data science, business analytics, or strategy and analytics. Experience at consumer or marketplace companies preferred.
Experience building financial or operating models using quantitative methods such as forecasting, regression analysis, and cohort analysis.
Hands-on experience with a modern cloud data stack (e.g. Airbyte, BigQuery, dbt, Hex, Omni, or equivalents) and data modeling best practices.
Experience using LLM tools (e.g. Claude Code, Cursor, OpenAI Codex) to accelerate analysis and prototyping.
Strong communication and storytelling skills.
Advanced SQL skills are essential. Proficiency in Python or another scripting language preferred.
About Fora
At the heart of it all is our mission: to help the next generation of travel entrepreneurs turn their love for travel into a fulfilling career, whether full-time or part-time.
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- Sep 4, 202666 days ago
- Recorded sightings
- 41
- Last seen by us
- Nov 9, 2026
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- Experience building financial or operating models using quantitative methods such as forecasting, regression analysis, and cohort analysis. - Advanced SQL skills are essential. Proficiency in Python or another scripting language preferred. - Hands-on experience with a modern cloud data stack (e.g. Airbyte, BigQuery, dbt, Hex, Omni, or equivalents) and data modeling best practices.
- Advanced SQL skills are essential. Proficiency in Python or another scripting language preferred. - Hands-on experience with a modern cloud data stack (e.g. Airbyte, BigQuery, dbt, Hex, Omni, or equivalents) and data modeling best practices. - Experience using LLM tools (e.g. Claude Code, Cursor, OpenAI Codex) to accelerate analysis and prototyping.
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Demand for Data Scientist roles
New Data Scientist postings at the employers we follow are down 5% over the last 6 weeks compared with the 6 before.
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About the role
We file this job under Data Scientist, by the work the posting describes.
Data scientists use statistics and models to answer harder questions, such as whether a change worked, what demand will look like next quarter, or which customers are likely to leave.
Postings usually ask for Python or R, SQL, statistics, experiment design and common machine learning methods.
Unlike an ML engineer, a data scientist's main output is often an analysis or a first model, not software running inside a product.
US government figures for data scientists
- Median yearly pay, May 2025
- $120,230
- Expected change, 2025 to 2035
- 34.6% more jobsagainst 3.5% for all jobs
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and Employment Projections (2025 to 2035). Occupation code 15-2051.
Job description
About Fora
Fora is the modern travel agency, empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs to build thriving travel advisory businesses. We're modernizing the $100B+ travel industry with AI woven through every part of the advisor's workflow, plus global supplier relationships, personalized training, and a vibrant community, all in one place. That's what lets advisors build businesses that scale, while their taste and service create trips no algorithm alone could plan. At the heart of it all is our mission: to help the next generation of travel entrepreneurs turn their love for travel into a fulfilling career, whether full-time or part-time.
We're mission-driven and obsessed with our customers, and we believe humans and AI are both essential: the best work here comes from people and technology at their best, together. That's not just a philosophy about our product, it's how we build our team. Everyone at Fora gets hands-on with frontier AI tooling as part of the job. At Fora, you'll learn to be AI-fluent, with real experience applying AI to solve problems day to day, wherever you sit in the company.
Founded in 2021, Fora has grown to a team of 250+ full-time employees based in downtown New York City. In 2026, we closed a $60 million Series D led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, with continued backing from Thrive Capital, Insight Partners, and Heartcore Capital. We've been named a LinkedIn Top Startup (2024), one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies (2023 and 2025), and one of TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies (2026).
Come build something that hasn't existed before.
About The Role
Fora is hiring a Senior Data Scientist to help us run the business more efficiently. As we scale, we're looking for someone to own the growth operating model behind our forecasting, planning, and goal-setting processes, and guide strategic decisions for our founders and senior leadership team.
This is a foundational role on the Data Science & Analytics team. You'll operate as a strategic partner to Strategy & Operations, Finance, and executive leadership, helping drive decisions around growth targets, resource allocation, and strategic investments.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the growth operating model used to forecast the business, run scenarios, and steer the business week to week
- Partner with Strategy & Operations and Finance on goal-setting and forecasting cycles
- Analyze our data to diagnose and explain our business trajectory and trends
- Size opportunities and model the impact of pricing changes and new business initiatives to inform where we invest
- Partner with executive leadership and founders to shape strategic company decisions and investments
- Raise the bar across the data team — mentor peers, establish best practices, and shape the team's processes, tools, and standards
Requirements
- 5+ years in business data science, business analytics, or strategy and analytics. Experience at consumer or marketplace companies preferred.
- Experience building financial or operating models using quantitative methods such as forecasting, regression analysis, and cohort analysis.
- Advanced SQL skills are essential. Proficiency in Python or another scripting language preferred.
- Hands-on experience with a modern cloud data stack (e.g. Airbyte, BigQuery, dbt, Hex, Omni, or equivalents) and data modeling best practices.
- Experience using LLM tools (e.g. Claude Code, Cursor, OpenAI Codex) to accelerate analysis and prototyping.
- Strong communication and storytelling skills.
- Deeply curious with a drive to learn.
- Pragmatic. Looking for real world business impact, not a science project.
- A collaborative and empathetic mindset with experience supporting and leveling up your peers.
Compensation
Compensation for this role varies based on experience, with an indicative range of $130K–$185K + equity. Final compensation will depend on the level at which the candidate is hired, as we’re considering multiple levels for this role.
- Unlimited vacation
- Health Insurance (including an option completely covered by Fora HQ)
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Wellhub Memberships
- 401k plan with company match
- Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Stock Options
This role is based in our beautiful New York City office (Tribeca/Fidi) with lots of natural light and great views.
Our Values
We’re forging our own path
Fora has always been about driving change within the industry. We’re not interested in maintaining the status quo.
We’re stronger together
Community is our cornerstone and collective power is our strength. We believe we can all go further when we operate together, using our combined leverage to unlock better opportunities and outcomes for our advisors, partners, and travelers.
We believe in technology
We believe technology is an answer to some of the most fundamental challenges the travel industry faces. We believe advancements in AI, bold investments in our platforms, and a world-class data infrastructure will transform the work of our advisors and our partners, while creating better travel experiences for travelers.
We’re here to serve
We operate in service of our community and believe that when they’re empowered to focus on what they do best, we all win. It’s why we relentlessly advocate for our advisors and prioritize their best interest every step of the way.
We mean business
Fora is equal parts fun, meaningful work and serious travel business. We’re unlocking opportunities for thousands of travel entrepreneurs, delivering a stream of high-quality guests at scale for our partners, and providing a superior travel experience for our travelers. It’s a better equation for the future of our industry.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Authorization to work in the United States is required for full-time roles based in our New York City office. Fora is unable to sponsor or assist with U.S. work authorization. Roles based outside of the United States are not subject to this requirement.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Fora is committed to an equitable hiring process and an inclusive work environment. BIPOC and traditionally underrepresented candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We will not discriminate and will take action to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.
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- Pay
Compensation Compensation for this role varies based on experience, with an indicative range of $130K–$185K + equity. Final compensation will depend on the level at which the candidate is hired, as we’re considering multiple levels for this role. Unlimited vacation
- Location & working pattern
New York City
Working pattern and location restrictions need checking in the full posting.
- Work authorization
Fora is equal parts fun, meaningful work and serious travel business. We’re unlocking opportunities for thousands of travel entrepreneurs, delivering a stream of high-quality guests at scale for our partners, and providing a superior travel experience for our travelers. It’s a better equation for the future of our industry. WORK AUTHORIZATION Authorization to work in the United States is required for full-time roles based in our New York City office. Fora is unable to sponsor or assist with U.S. work authorization. Roles based outside of the United States are not subject to this requirement. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY