Data Scientist – Optimization​/Operations Research Engineer

Who We Are

Alpha Route is a startup that provides dynamic, end-to-end software, advanced analytics, and sophisticated consulting support to help school bus and transit agencies optimize their daily operations. Our work has been recognized by INFORMS, the largest professional association for operations research, management science, and analytics. Our team of PhD-level researchers and former public sector executives has garnered significant press coverage from The Wall Street Journal and several other publications.

As we work to transform the world of mobility, we are saving millions of dollars for our clients, improving the lives of their constituents, and helping the environment.

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description

As a Data Scientist on the Alpha Route team, you will play an important part in the company’s growth and development. You will leverage your problem solving, mathematical, and programming skills to satisfy a wide spectrum of project objectives. You will analyze complex datasets, design mathematical optimization formulations, and implement and test code in a production setting. In this fast-growing startup environment, you will perform both custom analysis for clients and backend development work.

A data scientist will bring energy, positivity, and determination to an already exciting work environment.

Everyone at Alpha Route has a voice in who we are and what we do. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health insurance, and work from home Fridays. We are a young team that works hard and plays hard — engaging in office trivia, team hangouts, happy hours, office putting contests, and much more!

Please apply using the form on this page or send an email, along with a resume and an (optional) cover letter, to  We welcome all identities, backgrounds, and voices at Alpha Route, and we would love to hear from you!