Remote Political Data Scientist Jobs in New York City

Introduction: Shape the Future of Political Intelligence

Are you passionate about shaping democracy through data? Join a leading-edge political analytics team as a Remote Political Data Scientist in New York City. This is your opportunity to blend statistical rigor with civic impact, working remotely while influencing campaign strategies, voter engagement, and public policy decisions.

This position provides an exceptional opportunity to spearhead data-driven initiatives that support political campaigns and advocacy efforts at scale. With the flexibility of a remote setup and the influence of working on high-impact projects, you will be part of a mission that matters.

Annual Salary: $134,280

Key Responsibilities: Drive Decisions With Data That Matters

• Develop predictive models to forecast voter turnout, support levels, and campaign success rates
• Translate political questions into structured data problems with transparent methodologies
• Design and implement algorithms to segment and analyze voter populations
• Collaborate with strategists to interpret findings and create actionable insights
• Automate data pipelines for polling, voter files, and social sentiment tracking
• Monitor election cycles to adapt models to evolving political dynamics
• Communicate insights through dynamic dashboards, visualizations, and briefs
• Ensure ethical data practices and maintain compliance with political data regulations

Work Environment: Remote Flexibility, New York Energy

Work from the comfort of your home while staying connected to the heart of political strategy in NYC. This position offers complete remote flexibility, yet maintains a fast-paced, results-driven culture. You’ll collaborate virtually with data experts, campaign advisors, and policy teams.

• Fully remote with optional coworking access in NYC
• Flexible scheduling with availability for strategy syncs and reporting calls
• Team culture built on innovation, trust, and transparency
• Mission-first mindset that supports civic responsibility

Tools & Technology: Empowered by Precision Platforms

As a Remote Political Data Scientist, you’ll have access to advanced technology stacks that enhance your ability to uncover deep political insights.

• Python, R, and SQL for statistical computing and modeling
• BigQuery, Snowflake, and Redshift for data warehousing
• Jupyter Notebooks and RMarkdown for reproducible research
• Tableau and Power BI for visualization and storytelling
• Git and Docker for version control and scalable deployment
• Cloud-based platforms, including AWS and GCP
• Voter file databases, polling APIs, and sentiment analytics tools

Qualifications: What You Bring to the Table

You'll need a sharp analytical mindset and a deep curiosity about political systems and social behavior to succeed in this role.

• Proven experience in data science or quantitative research roles
• Background in political science, statistics, computer science, or related fields
• Strong proficiency in statistical modeling, machine learning, and hypothesis testing
• Familiarity with political data ecosystems and election cycle dynamics
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across cross-functional teams
• Prior experience with voter files, polling data, or civic engagement datasets is a plus

Your Impact: Make Every Line of Code Count

This role isn’t just about algorithms; it’s about influence. The models you build will power decisions that shape campaign strategies, voter outreach, and democratic processes. You’ll help advocacy groups identify target audiences, predict engagement, and optimize resource allocation.

Growth Opportunities: A Career With Purpose

This position offers more than remote work and compensation. It presents a career built on impact.

• Collaborate with nationally recognized political consultants and campaign teams.
• Contribute to projects that affect real-world policies and election outcomes.
• Learn from leading experts in political analytics and behavioral modeling
• Advance your career in a niche field with high public value and growing demand

Call to Action: Your Mission Starts Now

Are you ready to apply your data expertise to meaningful political outcomes? Step into a role where analytics meets advocacy. Join a team redefining how campaigns use data to inspire, mobilize, and win.

Apply today and let your data skills drive democracy forward.