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Data Scientist, Finance Data & Insights

Spotify

New York, NYHybridJob$117–167K/yrPosted 2w agoVerified open 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$117–167K/yr
Location
New York, NYHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Spotify is hiring a Data Scientist, Finance Data & Insights. Spotify seeks a Data Scientist for the Finance Data & Insights team to support Legal and Finance through data analytics, ad‑hoc reporting, and AI‑driven automation, improving self‑service capabilities and process efficiency while collaborating with cross‑functional partners.

Key focus areas include Gain and apply a deep understanding of Spotify’s data ecosystem to support operational data requirements for legal requests, Work with a cross‑functional team of data scientists, engineers, and functional stakeholders to develop and maintain systems and processes that support Legal and Finance, and Partner with engineering teams to gather requirements and generate outputs for technically complex matters.

Important skills include SQL, Claude Code, Codex, AI Platforms, Data Pipeline, and Data Analysis.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

SQLClaude CodeCodexAI PlatformsData PipelineData AnalysisProcess AutomationData Self-ServiceLarge DatasetsBusiness AcumenCommunication

Qualifications

4+ Years Data Analytics ExperienceExperience With Financial or Legal DataDegree in Information Systems or Computer Science or Finance or Mathematics or Quantitative DisciplineExperience Analyzing Large Complex DatasetsExperience Validating Datasets and Outputs

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

Full job description

We are looking for a Data Scientist to join the Finance Data & Insights organization. You will support the Legal and Finance organizations through data analytics and ad-hoc reporting, while using your experience to improve data self-service capabilities and automation through AI tooling. You will also contribute to process automation and provide technical and data guidance to Legal and Finance partners.

What You'll Do

  • Gain and apply a deep understanding of Spotify’s data ecosystem to support operational data requirements for legal requests
  • Work with a cross-functional team of data scientists, engineers, and functional stakeholders to develop and maintain systems and processes that support Legal and Finance
  • Partner with engineering teams to gather requirements and generate outputs for technically complex matters
  • Work with large datasets to solve complex problems in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Improve process efficiency through automation and the delivery of data pipelines that strengthen existing self-service reporting and analytics
  • Collaborate with highly motivated colleagues who are passionate about Spotify’s success

Who You Are

  • You have a passion for solving complex problems through data analysis, combined with strong business acumen and excellent communication skills
  • You can communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams to understand problems and articulate proposed solutions
  • You can draw meaningful conclusions from analysis and investigations that inform business decisions
  • You have experience validating datasets and outputs created by other teams or members of your team
  • You can identify opportunities to make processes more efficient and translate common workflows into feature requirements
  • You have 4+ years of experience in data analytics, including relevant experience with financial and/or legal data
  • You have a degree in information systems, computer science, finance, mathematics, or another quantitative discipline
  • You have experience performing analysis across large and complex datasets
  • You have strong SQL knowledge and experience using Claude Code, Codex, or other AI platforms for research, routines, and text-to-SQL capabilities

Where You'll Be

  • This role is based in New York.
  • We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home.
  • We ask that you come in 2–3 times per week.

The United States base range for this position is $116,994–$167,135, plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six-month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, monthly meal allowance, 23 paid days off, paid flexible holidays, and paid sick leave. These ranges may be modified in the future.

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