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Bayesian Optimization Jobs in Hercules, CA (NOW HIRING)

Data Scientist

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$160K - $200K/yr

Graduate work in an optimization related field (e.g RL, Convex Optimization, Bayesian Optimization), either PhD or Advanced MS degree. * Comfortable with Python, Flask/Django, Pandas and Numpy

Data Scientist

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$160K - $200K/yr

Graduate work in an optimization related field (e.g RL, Convex Optimization, Bayesian Optimization), either PhD or Advanced MS degree. * Comfortable with Python, Flask/Django, Pandas and Numpy

Fluency in vector and tensor calculus, Maxwell's equations in arbitrary geometries, hyperbolic PDEs and numerical schemes, Bayesian statistics, and optimization under constraints. * Production-grade ...

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What is the difference between Bayesian Optimization vs Data Scientist?

AspectBayesian OptimizationData Scientist
Primary FocusOptimizing complex functions and hyperparametersAnalyzing data, building models, deriving insights
Required SkillsStatistics, probability, machine learning, programmingStatistics, programming, data analysis, visualization
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, AI/ML teams, R&D departmentsBusiness, tech companies, consulting firms
Common ToolsPython, R, Bayesian libraries (e.g., GPy, scikit-optimize)Python, R, SQL, visualization tools

Bayesian Optimization is a specialized technique used within machine learning and AI to efficiently tune hyperparameters or optimize functions. Data Scientists often utilize Bayesian Optimization as part of their toolkit but have broader responsibilities, including data analysis, modeling, and reporting. While Bayesian Optimization focuses on optimization tasks, Data Scientists work on understanding and interpreting data to inform business decisions.

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Infographic showing various Bayesian Optimization job openings in Hercules, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution.

Data Scientist

Federato Technologies

San Francisco, CA • On-site, Remote

$160K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

Company Description
Federato Technologies is a Series A startup based in San Fransisco, CA looking to hire a data scientist. Federato is a venture backed company funded by some of the most prominent VC's in the Bay Area. We build software to help large insurance carriers improve their portfolio optimization. Our goal is to close down the $150B insurance gap by making insurance affordable again. The initial algorithms used in our product spun out off the founders published research in Reinforcement Learning, Statistics, and Optimization.
The role will report directly to the CTO. Next to the CTO, you will be first Data Scientist on the team building out models and algorithms pivotal to our value proposition.
This is a remote position, but we do have an office in San Fransisco.
Job Description
You will be the first data scientist on the team working through and building models from scratch that will be pivotal for our business. You will have a huge impact on our success and will be part of a fast growing team!
Qualifications
  • Demonstrated interest in engineering for impact
  • 2+ years of hands-on industry experience with machine learning and optimization models
  • 2+ years of experience with model deployment, monitoring and version control
  • Graduate work in an optimization related field (e.g RL, Convex Optimization, Bayesian Optimization), either PhD or Advanced MS degree.
  • Comfortable with Python, Flask/Django, Pandas and Numpy
  • Demonstrated ability to pick up new technologies quickly and learn on the spot

Additional Information
Pay Range: $160k - $200k