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Lead, Workforce Intelligence
Salesforce is seeking a Lead in Workforce Intelligence with a specialized focus on Machine Learning and Applied Research. In this role, you will drive the end-to-end lifecycle of workforce research - from problem formulation and experimental design to the delivery of high-fidelity predictive models. You will combine deep technical expertise in Machine Learning with a consulting mindset to help leaders decode complex workforce patterns and employee experiences. This is an individual contributor (IC) role; you will not have direct reports, but will be expected to lead through influence, technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration.
You will be expected to drive impact through computational rigor and technical evangelism, transitioning ad-hoc research into scalable, reproducible, and automated tools that provide real-time guidance to the business.
Key Responsibilities

• Strategic ML & Problem Formulation: Define ambiguous business challenges as rigorous research questions. Assess and prioritize new work for scope and urgency, managing stakeholder expectations and pivoting based on changing business needs.
• Predictive & Causal Modeling: Conduct mid-to-high complexity data analyses, building robust Machine Learning models (predictive and descriptive) on structured and unstructured enterprise data. Lead the development of causal identification strategies to determine the effectiveness of talent initiatives.
• Data Productization & Visualization: Drive the "productization" of data by architecting high-impact, self-service analytics tools. Ensure models and dashboards integrate seamlessly with existing business tools to provide actionable, real-time insights.
• Evidence-Based Storytelling: Lead the strategic narrative on workforce data by translating complex ML outputs into clear, compelling narratives. Articulate findings clearly to inform specific stakeholder actions, demonstrating how data leads to concrete outcomes.
• Innovation & Technical Evangelism: Remain at the forefront of emerging AI, Agents, and LLMs. Proactively champion their adoption and train others on new solutions to ensure they integrate into a human-centric talent model.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional peers (e.g., Data Engineering, Finance, Business Partners) on projects involving people data or metrics, ensuring alignment and providing high-quality, accurate insights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Master's or PhD in a highly quantitative or computational research field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, I/O Psychology, Econometrics, or Statistics).
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in data science, people analytics, or applied research, with a track record of delivering scientific insights to leadership (Director+).
• Programming: Mastery of Python or R and SQL is required. Candidates must be proficient in performing data manipulation, statistical modeling, and automation within a code-based environment.
• Data Visualization: Expert-level proficiency in Tableau; experience architecting visuals that simplify complex, heterogeneous enterprise data.
• Machine Learning: Experience with ML frameworks (e.g., Scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow) and advanced techniques, including NLP, clustering, or LLM-driven labeling.
• Methodological Rigor: Deep understanding of experimental design, causal inference, and computational statistics.
• Communication: Exceptional skills in translating complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences and informing specific team or stakeholder actions.
• Autonomy: Proven ability to operate with moderate autonomy, handling day-to-day projects independently while seeking guidance for high-level strategy and prioritization.

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At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions.The typical base salary range for this position is $148,500 - $223,900 annually. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.