Data Scientist, Innovation - Baseball Analytics

About the role

The Chicago Cubs are seeking a Data Scientist, Innovation within Baseball Analytics focused on advancing analytics, modeling, and applied research across Baseball Operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate machine learning and statistical models for player evaluation and performance analysis
• Design and implement time-series, probabilistic, and simulation-based models
• Apply modern deep learning techniques (e.g., attention models, multimodal learning)
• Explore and apply generative modeling approaches beyond LLMs
• Conduct research into new modeling techniques and analytical frameworks
• Prototype and experiment with novel approaches to improve predictive performance
• Translate complex datasets (tracking, video, sensor data) into structured insights
• Stay current with advancements in AI, machine learning, and sports analytics
• Serve as a subject matter expert on modeling approaches and statistical methods
• Partner with stakeholders to identify high-impact analytical opportunities

Requirements

• Strong experience with machine learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.)
• Deep understanding of statistical modeling and data science workflows
• Experience working with complex and high-dimensional datasets
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and version control

Qualifications

• 5+ years in machine learning, data science, or applied research
• Experience with multimodal data (video, tracking, sensor data)
• Background in sports analytics, preferably baseball
• Experience with simulation or probabilistic modeling frameworks

Skills

• Machine learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.)
• Statistical modeling and data science workflows
• Complex and high-dimensional datasets
• Python, SQL, and version control

Benefits

• Total Rewards: On-site parking, transit benefits, paid time off, flexible work arrangement, casual work attire environment, complimentary meal & beverage plan, Cubs home game & spring training game ticket allotment, access to campus wide Wrigley Field events & pre-sales, 401K Plan, Employee Contribution & Employer Match Benefit Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Health & Wellness engagement & programming, variety of associate special events, volunteer opportunities and partnership discounts, tuition reimbursement, free access to EV charging stations

Pay

$80,000 - $150,000 USD

Schedule

Exempt