20 Best Data Scientist
Freelancers
to Hire
in 2023
Looking to hire Data Scientist freelancers with the perfect set of skills for your next project? Work with the world's best freelancing talent on Contra.
Nick Scheifler
Full Stack Data & Analytics Engineer
Ben Olsen
AI Engineer | AI Consultant | Data Scientist
Shaw Talebi
Data Science Consultant | PhD
Snehashis Chaki
Web and image design expert for you
Prateek Joshi
Data Scientist and Visualization Wizard
The Fantôme Collective
In obscuro astra nascuntur
Arnaldo Matute
Data Analysis & Modeling within the reach of SMEs
Arwah Mbarak
tech, meet design
Arber Fazliu
Experienced multi-discipline engineer
AHMED TEJAN FODAY
Data Scientist & Analyst | Expert in Python, SQL
Alex Lalov
Data Scientist, Python Stack Developer, AWS
Sebastián Burgos Alanís
"A moment of pain is worth a lifetime of glory."
Maulik Chauhan
Experienced Software Engineer
Rishank Gautam
ML Engineer | Data Analyst | Data Scientist
Aryaman
Data Scientist | Web Developer | Graphic Designer
Abhijeet das
Data Expert: Scraper, Engineer, Scientist
Raed Okal
Data Consultant & Visualization Expert
Swapnil Madhavi
Business Analyst specializing in data science
Maureen Mugo
ML Engineer + Data Scientist: Turn Data to Insights
Data Scientist related skills for your next project
Hire the best freelancers with ease

Discover vetted
talent
Connect with verified, high-quality freelancers.

Expert matching for
your opportunity
Post your opportunity and we’ll do the work for you.

Manage
contracts & payments
Create contracts, pay, and chat with freelancers.

Scale your business
Focus on core business functions by outsourcing.

Save time & money
Let our team help you through the process of hiring, all for free.
99% of Clients report having a positive experience on Contra
Why Clients trust Contra
The quality of independents on Contra is top-notch, and the onboarding process is one to model. Being able to speak with a team member to truly understand what we needed as well as offer suggestions of talent in the network was a whole new experience for me.

Love, love, love. Contra is an amazing place to find flexible, creative talent. The process of getting to know independents through their profiles was incredibly easy and fast.

The talent I find on Contra has been excellent. But aside from that, Contra’s community differentiates Contra from other freelancing platforms. I love the responsiveness of the Contra team, and how invested they are in your success. I actually pay freelancers I’ve found outside of Contra through Contra because I love the platform so much, especially that they don’t take a cut of your payment.

I used to waste hours trying to find talent. Switching to Contra was 10x on my time, energy and money as an Entrepeneur and Creator. Lauren was a perfect fit from day one, and I couldn’t have found someone of this calibor without Contra.

I can vouch for Contra that it is a great hiring tool. I shoot my shot and the candidates I keep seeing are incredible.The process took minutes and the support I always get from their team is 10/10.

Freelancers on Contra come across very professionally. They actually seem to read your job posting and have directly relevant skills, which isn’t always the case on most other freelancer sites. On Contra, freelancers who matched with my job seemed to have the relevant skills I was seeking.

Frequently asked
questions
To start working as a freelance data scientist, you should get a degree in data science, computer science, or statistics. However, you don't have to have a degree to work in the field. You need to understand programming languages like Python and data visualization tools like Excel and Tablau. You should get experience by working an entry-level analytics job as a data analyst or data engineer. Then find freelance clients by creating a profile on Contra.
How to get started on Contra
Contra for Clients
With Contra, you can discover and hire top-notch talent, manage payments, contracts, and projects, and work the way you want.
Read MoreGuide to Discover
This guide will provide the steps to finding your perfect match on Contra using our Discover tool
Read MoreHow to Post a Top-Tier Opportunity
If you need an Independent for your next opportunity, you're in the right place. Learn about how you can find your next collaborator.
Read MoreHow to hire on Contra
There are three ways to hire on Contra -- we’ll go through all three of these in this article and when to use each one!
Read MoreBest Practices for Working with Independents
Thinking about hiring an Independent? Here are some tips to maximize your partnership and collaboration
Read MoreLearn more on hiring
Explore the Blog
Related articles
Data Scientist vs. Data Analyst: Which Should You Hire? ⚖️
- Engineering, Dev & IT
Data Engineering vs. Data Science: Key Differences 📊
- Engineering, Dev & IT
How to Be a Creative Director: An Independent’s Guide 🤩📖
- Design & Creative
From W-9s to 1099s: How to Pay an Independent Contractor 🫴
- Remote Working & Freelancing
Leveraging Influencers to Boost Your Company's SM Presence
- Tips for Hiring
Guide to Analytics 📈
- Remote Working & Freelancing