Intro

MO helps government leaders achieve their mission by designing intuitive and sustainable customer experiences that build trust and improve satisfaction. We use human-centered design (HCD) to modernize and transform user and employee experiences. We’re a small team of interdisciplinary creatives with mission, impact, and service to others deeply rooted in our DNA. We’re naive enough to believe we can change the world and bold enough to take the chance to do it.

We combine design thinking with continuous discovery and delivery methods to drive visionary, human-centered products to market. Our custom solutions range in size from consulting on strategic approaches, to completely revamping entire applications, to refreshing small pieces of larger products. Everyone at MO directly impacts the direction and success of the company, and we own our roles. We value integrity, curiosity, and courage, and we operate collaboratively and with accountability while consistently challenging each other in the pursuit of excellence. At MO, we delight in creating one-of-a-kind products and experiences. Your imagination is the only limit on what you can do here!

We believe AI is fundamentally changing how we build solutions and drive outcomes for our clients. We thoughtfully leverage AI tools to accelerate discovery, improve decision-making, reduce manual work, and produce higher-quality deliverables. We value curiosity, experimentation, and a willingness to continuously evolve how we work as AI capabilities advance.

Overview

Are you looking to make an impact? We’re seeking a Senior Data Scientist with a systems and product measurement mindset to support our client in California state government. Through your design and technical expertise, you’ll help shape technology decisions for the state that will impact millions of Californians.

We’re looking for someone entrepreneurial, strong analytical skills, a sharp eye for patterns in fragmented data, and a talent for turning insights into action. This role is ideal for individuals who excel at visualizing systems and delivering data narratives that inform decision-making. If you’re experienced in making sense of complex service environments, and creating tools that support leaders, we encourage you to apply.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with service designers, product managers, and fellow data professionals to enhance existing data sources, close information gaps, and ultimately deliver solutions that ensure California’s approach to centralized technology decisions are rooted in meaningful data insights. You’ll analyze system data, apply techniques like NLP and AI, and develop tailored artifacts—dashboards, diagrams, and interactive tools—that surface key insights and support strategic planning.

How will you spend your time? 85% of your time will be dedicated to billable work, with the remaining 15% focused on growing our data practice at MO, contributing to our culture, and supporting business development.

What makes a successful candidate? You have a track record as a data capability leader on high-performing teams. You thrive in ambiguity, build systems from the ground up, and navigate evolving problem spaces. Experience in client services (e.g., consulting or digital agencies) is helpful but not required. A passion for our mission and civic design is essential.