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Posted: Dec 9, 2025

Senior Operations Research Scientist - Remote Opportunity

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We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Operations Research Scientist to join our innovative team at Delta Airlines. As a senior researcher, you will play a key role in developing cutting-edge optimization methods and tools to enhance airline performance and operational efficiencies. Job Summary: Company: Delta Airlines Location: Remote (Atlanta, USA) Job Type: Full-time Hours: 8 hours/day Salary: $24/hour Industry: Private Job Description: The Operations Research - Enhancement team at Delta is looking for a senior researcher to join our dynamic and highly creative team. As a senior researcher, you will focus on developing early detection and disruption management solutions to continuously improve airline performance and operational efficiencies. You will apply leading-edge optimization methods and the latest technology to build best-in-class decision support tools in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will have excellent technical knowledge of operations research models and outstanding programming skills. You will be self-motivated, with great problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to simplify complex issues and develop solutions that add value to a range of business needs. Benefits and Advantages: At Delta, our culture is built on a shared commitment to living our values - Care, Honesty, Flexibility, Employee Initiative, and Collaboration - every day, in everything we do. Our benefits include: Competitive salary and industry-leading profit-sharing project 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9% Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and parental leave Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Family care support, including fertility assistance and adoption support Wellness programs to support physical, mental, and financial well-being Domestic and international space-available flight awards for employees and qualified relatives Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals Recognition rewards and awards through our Relentless Together platform Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings, and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks Requirements: To succeed in this role, you will need: Ph.D. in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar quantitative field Solid background in modeling, optimization, and algorithms Experience in designing, developing, and implementing optimization tools Excellent programming skills (C++, Python, JAVA) Experience with algorithmic modeling language like AMPL Experience with GIT and DevOps Strong problem-solving, analytical, and verbal and written communication skills Ability to work well collaboratively and independently Preferred Qualifications: Experience in developing and deploying applications to AWS is a plus. How to Apply: If you're a motivated and talented individual looking for a challenging and rewarding role, apply now to join our team! Apply Job! Apply for this job