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Experienced Part-Time Data Science Mentor for US-Based Students - Career Development and Interview Preparation Expert

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-08

Welcome to Interview Kickstart: Empowering Tech Professionals to Succeed

Imagine being part of a forward-thinking team that is revolutionizing the way tech professionals prepare for interviews and transition into high-demand fields like AI, ML, and Data Science. At Interview Kickstart, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters growth, innovation, and success. Our remote office offers a state-of-the-art and comfortable workspace, allowing you to thrive in your role as a Part-time Data Science Mentor (US). With a competitive salary and a dependable income, you'll be able to focus on what matters most - helping our students achieve their career goals.

About Us: Pioneers in Career Development and Interview Preparation

We understand that interviews can be daunting, especially at top tech companies like Google, Facebook, and Netflix. Many candidates fall short due to lack of preparation, which is where we come in. Our acclaimed courses specialize in interview preparation and transitioning into high-demand tech fields, ensuring our students have the skills and confidence to succeed. With a team of current and former hiring managers, we've guided over 17,000 tech professionals through transformative career journeys, helping them land coveted positions. We're like "the everything store" for career transitions and interview skill development, providing a comprehensive approach to interview success.

Our Structured Approach to Interview Success

Our approach includes:

  • Career Accelerator Course: A comprehensive program designed to accelerate our students' careers in tech
  • Comprehensive end-to-end courses and platform: A robust platform offering a wide range of courses and resources to support our students' learning journey
  • A roster of over 600+ instructors from leading Silicon Valley companies: Our instructors are experts in their fields, having worked at top companies like Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Netflix
  • A holistic approach that includes live classes, mock interviews, personalized coaching, resume refinement, career strategies, and invaluable referrals: We provide a supportive and personalized approach to help our students achieve their career goals

Job Responsibilities: Empowering Students to Succeed

As a Part-time Data Science Mentor (US), you will play a vital role in delivering live sessions on various topics relevant to Data Science interviews. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering live sessions on various topics that are relevant for Data Science interviews: You'll be responsible for creating engaging and informative sessions that help our students prepare for their interviews
  • Constantly improving the session flow and delivery by working with other instructors and subject matter experts: You'll collaborate with our team of experts to ensure our sessions are always up-to-date and effective
  • Simplifying complex topics and explaining them in an engaging manner: You'll have the ability to break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand language, making them accessible to our students
  • Having regular discussions with IK's curriculum team in evolving the Data Science curriculum: You'll contribute to the development of our curriculum, ensuring it remains relevant and effective
  • Helping in onboarding and training other instructors and coaches: You'll be part of our team's growth and development, helping to onboard and train new instructors and coaches
  • Understanding the challenges faced by students and willingness to help them out: You'll be empathetic and supportive, always willing to lend a helping hand to our students

Requirements: Essential Qualifications and Skills

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in tier-1 Tech companies as a Data Science Engineer/ Data Scientist/ ML Engineer/ Decision Scientist: You'll have a strong background in Data Science, with experience working in top tech companies
  • Proficient in SQL and at least one of these programming languages: Python (preferred), R, C/C++: You'll be proficient in SQL and at least one programming language, with a preference for Python
  • Experience in delivering end-to-end solutions related to Data Science Projects: You'll have experience working on Data Science projects, from start to finish
  • Participation in interview panels and hiring committees: You'll have experience participating in interview panels and hiring committees, giving you a unique understanding of what companies look for in candidates
  • Should be willing to work on weekends/evenings and be available as per the US time zone: You'll be flexible and willing to work outside of traditional hours, ensuring you're available to support our students in the US time zone

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Interview Kickstart, we're committed to helping our team members grow and develop in their careers. As a Part-time Data Science Mentor (US), you'll have access to:

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities: You'll have the chance to develop new skills and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in Data Science
  • Collaboration with a team of experts: You'll work with a talented team of instructors and subject matter experts, learning from their experiences and expertise
  • Opportunities for career advancement: As our company grows, you'll have the chance to take on new challenges and advance in your career

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our remote office provides a state-of-the-art and comfortable workspace, allowing you to thrive in your role. Our company culture is built on the values of:

  • Support and inclusivity: We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters growth and success
  • Innovation and creativity: We encourage innovation and creativity, always looking for new ways to improve and develop our services
  • Collaboration and teamwork: We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, working together to achieve our goals

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a range of perks and benefits, including:

  • Dependable income: You'll have a stable and secure income, allowing you to focus on your work and career development
  • Opportunities for career advancement: As our company grows, you'll have the chance to take on new challenges and advance in your career
  • Collaboration with a team of experts: You'll work with a talented team of instructors and subject matter experts, learning from their experiences and expertise

Conclusion: Join Our Team and Empower Students to Succeed

If you're passionate about Data Science and empowering students to succeed, we want to hear from you. As a Part-time Data Science Mentor (US), you'll play a vital role in helping our students achieve their career goals. With a competitive salary, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a collaborative and supportive work environment, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career with Interview Kickstart.

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