McGraw Hill
Senior Data Scientist
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Remote - US
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Full-Time
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$140K - $170K
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Data Science
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June 3rd, 2026
Langchain
Python
SQL
Edtech.com's Summary
McGraw Hill is hiring a Senior Data Scientist. The role involves independently managing diverse AI/ML projects from design through deployment and providing technical leadership within a cross-functional team to develop, validate, and operationalize models for the Higher Education unit. Collaboration with Product, Engineering, Learning Design, and User Experience teams supports delivering advanced educational solutions.
Highlights
- Plan, execute, and report on varied scope AI/ML projects independently with manager oversight.
- Lead and mentor junior team members on shared projects.
- Develop innovative data science and AI solutions applying and extending known approaches.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance learning experiences.
- Manage multiple projects and adapt plans dynamically.
- Master’s degree or equivalent in AI, Data Science, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years relevant work experience.
- Expertise in generative AI, with hands-on experience on LLM orchestration frameworks such as LangChain and LlamaIndex.
- Deep understanding of large language model (LLM) principles.
- Proficiency in Python and SQL with 5+ years experience.
- Strong technical communication and ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences.
- Creative problem solving aligned to business goals with ability to propose alternative approaches.
- Experience with LangSmith preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to produce scalable, production-grade code.
- Remote position open to U.S. authorized workers.
- Annual pay range $140,000 - $170,000 plus potential bonus and benefits.
- Employer: McGraw Hill LLC, Corporate Business Unit in Data Science & Business Intelligence.
Senior Data Scientist Full Description
Overview
Build the Future
At McGraw Hill, we create best-in-class, next-generation learning experiences that are used by millions of students and educators worldwide every day. We design intuitive and effective tools that maximize teachers' time and students' learning. And we do all of this in a supportive and collaborative environment where we work alongside brilliant colleagues, touch lives around the world, see the difference our hard work makes, and continue on our own paths of lifelong learning.
How can you make an impact?
As a Senior Data Scientist, you will join a team of data scientists, AI researchers, software developers, and psychometricians who provide technical and scientific leadership for some of our most important strategic efforts companywide. You will be actively and cross-functionally involved in the entire AI/ML model development lifecycle from design to deployment. You will help design, develop, validate, operationalize, and monitor AI/ML models for our Higher Education business unit, and you will collaborate closely with colleagues across functions like Product, Engineering, Learning Design, and User Experience to help McGraw Hill create and deliver world-class educational experiences.
This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.
What You'll Do:
- Plan, execute, and report on projects of diverse scope independently with weekly manager check-ins.
- Support/guide junior colleagues, including acting as team lead on shared projects.
- Propose solutions to business problems based on limited information and precedent.
- Solve problems by adopting, adapting, and/or extending existing DS/AI approaches.
- Collaborate with colleagues in other functions to support the creation of compelling learning experiences.
- Learn how to balance multiple projects and revise project plans as circumstances change.
What You Bring:
- Master's degree (or equivalent) in AI, Data Science, or related field
- 3+ years of applicable work experience
- Ability to apply DS/AI knowledge to independently define and resolve problems, even with limited information or precedent
- Recent hands-on experience with generative AI, including LLM orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex)
- Deep understanding of large language model (LLM) principles
- Proficiency in Python and SQL (5+ years)
- Creativity in addressing diverse issues aligned with business goals, including suggesting variations in approach
- Ability to adapt communication style to different audiences and advise others on complex matters
- Proven track record of independently planning, executing, and reporting on AI projects to deliver business value
Preferred Experience & Skills:
- Passion for technology and commitment to staying current on generative AI advancements
- Affinity for education and knowledge sharing
- Experience with LangSmith
- Strong technical communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to create scalable and efficient production-level code
Why work for us?
The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively building experiences that will help shape the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfilment that will inspire you to even greater heights.
The pay range for this position is between $140,000 - $170,000 annually. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. An annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.
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