Staff Data Scientist

DuckDuckGo · Data

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AvailableFull Time$222,033 USD annuallyPosted Aug 19, 2026

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AT A GLANCE
Eligibility
Available
Category
Data
Salary
$222,033 USD annually
Employment
Full Time
Experience
Staff
Posted
Aug 19, 2026

Checked for remote eligibility. This role is open to applicants based in Hungary.

DuckDuckGo is hiring a Staff Data Scientist to drive product impact through search ranking improvements from anywhere in the world.

As a Staff Data Scientist, you will lead high-complexity projects, develop ranking strategies, and deploy ML models into production. You will work within an evidence-first, privacy-focused team that emphasizes project ownership and cross-functional collaboration. The role requires annual travel for team meetups and occasional on-camera video conferencing.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Worldwide remote
$222,033 USD annual base salary
Staff level seniority
Privacy-focused search and browser tech
Mandatory semi-annual travel for team retreats

What You’ll Bring

10+ Years of experience in Data Science
2+ Years of experience at Staff, Principal, or Director level
Hands-on experience deploying ML in production
Expertise in NLP solutions and AI-assisted development
Advanced SQL and query optimization skills
Production-grade coding proficiency in Python or equivalent high-level language

What You’ll Get

Stock options
Paid parental leave
Office setup allowance
Co-working allowance
Health insurance (limited to US-based team members)

About the Company

DuckDuckGo is a privacy-focused online protection company and remote-first team of over 300 employees. Founded in 2008, the company provides a private search engine, browser, and subscription services, maintaining a transparent and profitable business model.

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