Decision Scientist I

Decision Scientist I

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Decision Scientist I

United States, Georgia, Atlanta

Operations Anlys & Performance

20-Jul-2026

Ref #: 33354

How you''ll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

At Delta Air Lines, connection is at the heart of everything we do and guides our every action. We strive to welcome and care for all of our customers during their travels with us and aim to deliver an elevated experience.

The Operations Digital & Decision Science (ODDS) team at Delta provides decision support across all major operational divisions using advanced analytics including machine learning and optimization. ODDS is seeking a Decision Scientist I to develop machine learning models, deliver insights, and produce solutions aimed at continually improving airline performance and decision making. Join our team to make a real-world impact by developing ML/AI solutions to deliver the best air travel experiences.

An ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in machine learning, statistical analysis, and data storytelling. The candidate should have good organizational and communication skills and feel comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Work within a team of decision scientists to develop advanced analytics solutions for complex business problems
• Collect data and perform exploratory data analysis
• Present analysis to business owners using concise but compelling narrative and visuals
• Learn new techniques within cloud-based platforms

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values - Care, Integrity, Resilience, Servant Leadership, and Teamwork - every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:

• Competitive salary, industry-leading prot sharing program, and performance incentives
• 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave
• Comprehensive health benets including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life benets
• Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages
• Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health
• Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
• Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
• World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint
• Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies
• Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together
• Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• 1-2 years of experience in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency working with relational databases (SQL)
• Working knowledge of Python
• Good written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• Bachelor''s degree within related skillset
• Master's degree preferred
• Working knowledge of machine learning libraries (Scikit-learn, XGBoost, TensorFlow, etc.)
• Working knowledge of simulation techniques (Discrete event, Agent-based, etc.)

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