Principal Scientist, Commercial Analytics

Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally yet it oftenremainsunder-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

The Principal Data Scientist Commercial Analytics will build predictive models and advanced analytics that sharpen commercial insight improve forecasting accuracy and support earnings preparation across the TAVR business. This role provides deep expertise in predictive modeling advanced analytics and ML/LLM-enabled automation. The incumbent will develop and maintain reproducible models integrate CRM and external data sources and translate complex analyses into clear business-ready recommendations for Strategy Finance and Executive Leadership. The ideal candidate combines advanced technical skills in Python and predictive modeling with strong business acumen excellent communication and deep curiosity.

This role will be hybrid based out of our Irvine CA office.

How youll make an impact:

• Develop and maintain predictive models for pipeline conversion case-volume forecasting account growth signals and market dynamics ensuring high accuracy and reliability.
• Integrate internal Salesforce data with external datasets to identify leading indicators and performance drivers enhancing commercial intelligence.
• Create clear business-ready insights and visualizations for Strategy Finance and ELT reviews turning statistical results into actionable recommendations.
• Partner with the AI Engineer on ML/LLM-enabled automation and signal detection leveraging cutting-edge techniques to optimize workflows.
• Establish analytical standards including model validation reproducibility and documentation practices to ensure robustness and scalability.

What youll need (Required):

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Engineering Biostatistics or other scientific field with 6 years of experience including either industry or industry/education or
• Masters Degree in Computer Science Engineering Biostatistics or other scientific field with 5years of experience including either industry or industry/education or
• Ph.D. in Computer Science Engineering Biostatistics or other scientific field with 2 years of experience including either industry or industry/education

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Strong proficiency in Python predictive modeling time-series forecasting causal inference and feature engineering.
• Comfortable working with messy CRM and commercial datasets (e.g. Salesforce) and integrating multiple data sources.
• Excellent ability to translate complex statistical outputs into compelling clear narratives.
• Experience with ML/LLM model development workflow automation and a solid understanding of model validation and reproducibility standards.
• Proven track record of providing technical guidance and raising analytical standards among peers and junior team members.
• Experience in data visualization tools (i.e. Power BI Tableau etc.)
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of principles theories and concepts relevant to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or Machine Learning model development and/or Control Systems
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills
• Proven expertise in statistical techniques (e.g. distributions statistical testing regression etc.)
• Experience with using web services (e.g. Redshift S3 Spark etc.)
• Proven expertise on MS Office Suite (e.g. Microsoft Office Excel PowerPoint Word and Access)
• Working knowledge in related tools and applications (e.g. Oracle JDE Concur )
• Proven successful project management skills
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of principles theories and concepts relevant to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or Machine Learning model development
• Extensive understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
• Strict attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g. pandemic protocols Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance we offer competitive salaries performance-based incentives and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA) the base pay range for this position is $126000 to $178000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g. qualifications education prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role as a condition of employment you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19 unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.