Sr. Data Scientist - Hybrid

About this job

It’s an exciting time at CarMax!  After decades of success and a rise to becoming the largest used car retailer in the US, CarMax is focused on disrupting the auto industry once again through our transformation to a leading omni-channel retailer.  To achieve this goal, CarMax has spent the last few years investing heavily in modernizing our digital and analytical infrastructure to support our customer-centric experience as the customer shopping journey continues to evolve online.  We’re stitching data science throughout our business to drive a great customer experience and optimize our operations.

As a Sr. Data Scientist in our Customer Conversion team, you will join a team responsible for developing and maintaining ML/AI models and analytic tools that help CarMax customers navigate and complete their buying journey both efficiently and effectively, giving them the best possible experience. Our Data Scientists build sophisticated algorithms using best-in-industry data collected from millions of vehicles purchased and sold by CarMax and millions of consumers as they shopped.  These algorithms enable value-driving acquisition strategies, personalized customer experiences, smarter operational strategies in our customer experience centers and stores, and sophisticated tooling to support both customers and associates throughout the car buying and selling experience.

What you will do – Essential Responsibilities

• Leverage CarMax’s machine learning cloud environment to design, develop, & operationalize algorithms (e.g. statistical models, machine learning, artificial intelligence) that will directly impact critical areas of the CarMax business, including the customer experience

• Assess performance of production models and identify & act on opportunities for improvement

• Partner with teams across CarMax to explore new use cases for algorithms and bring new customer experiences to life

• Design tests and develop strategies to collect data needed to improve algorithm performance and produce iconic data-driven experiences for CarMax customers

Qualifications and Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  

• 1-2 years of experience in the following areas

  • Developing and maintaining machine learning models in a business setting

  • Designing and analyzing statistical tests

  • Python, SQL, and other languages appropriate for large scale analysis of numerical and textual data

• Experience in developing or applying knowledge of model interpretability, natural language processing, or large language models, is a plus

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to communicate complex concepts in simple terms & an ability to tie analytic results to business outcomes

• Strong results focus, project management, & teamwork

• Degree in Statistics, Data Science, or a related field

Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the either the Richmond, VA Home Office, the Dallas, TX Technology Hub or the Atlanta, GA CarMax Auto Finance Office and has a Hybrid work arrangement in office 2 days a week.

Work Authorization:  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.  Sponsorship will not be considered for this specific role.

About CarMax

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community.  We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

CarMax is committed to bringing together people from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, and any other characteristics protected by law.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.