Overstory
Staff Data Scientist - Wildfire
About this role
Description: Lead the scientific foundation of the Fuel Detection Model to assess vegetation structure, fuel loads, and wildfire risk using satellite and environmental data. Collaborate with ML engineers and product teams to define model accuracy, research methodologies, and ensure alignment with fire science principles. Requirements: 8+ years of experience in wildfire science, fire ecology, forestry, remote sensing, or related fields. Expertise in remote sensing, geospatial analysis, and statistical modeling using Python (GeoPandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch, XGBoost). Proven ability to design validation studies for environmental models and communicate complex findings effectively. Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits tailored to location. Flexible working environment with a focus on work-life balance and autonomy. Home office stipend, co-working budgets, and support for ongoing education.