Data Scientist (The Insight Alchemist) - Unreal Gigs

Are you driven by the desire to uncover insights from massive amounts of data and turn them into impactful business strategies? Do you excel at using advanced analytics, machine learning, and data science techniques to solve complex problems and make data-driven decisions? If you're passionate about applying your analytical skills to transform raw data into actionable insights, then our client has the perfect opportunity for you. We’re looking for a Data Scientist (aka The Insight Alchemist) to leverage data science techniques to drive innovation and influence business strategies.

As a Data Scientist at our client, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders, to turn data into valuable insights. You’ll develop machine learning models, create data-driven recommendations, and deliver powerful insights that drive product development, improve customer experience, and optimize business processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Analysis and Modeling:
• Analyze large, complex datasets to uncover hidden patterns, correlations, and trends. You’ll apply machine learning algorithms, statistical models, and advanced data analysis techniques to drive decision-making and optimize business outcomes.
2. Develop Predictive Models:
• Build and deploy predictive models using techniques like regression, classification, clustering, and time series analysis. You’ll use tools like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, or similar frameworks to build models that forecast trends and automate decision-making processes.
3. Data Exploration and Feature Engineering:
• Perform data wrangling, exploration, and feature engineering to prepare data for analysis. You’ll clean, transform, and extract meaningful features from raw data to improve the accuracy and performance of machine learning models.
4. Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:
• Work closely with engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into data science solutions. You’ll present your findings in a clear, actionable way to influence business strategies.
5. Experimentation and A/B Testing:
• Design and conduct A/B tests and experiments to measure the impact of new features, marketing campaigns, or product improvements. You’ll analyze results, provide recommendations, and help teams optimize their decisions using statistical testing methods.
6. Data Visualization and Reporting:
• Create data visualizations, dashboards, and reports to communicate your findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. You’ll use tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Matplotlib to deliver compelling, easy-to-understand insights.
7. Continuous Learning and Innovation:
• Stay current with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI. You’ll experiment with new algorithms, tools, and techniques to continuously improve your models and drive innovation within the organization.

Requirements

Required Skills:

• Data Science Expertise: Strong knowledge of data science techniques, including machine learning, statistical analysis, and predictive modeling. You’re experienced with tools like Python, R, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn.
• Data Wrangling and Feature Engineering: Proficiency in data manipulation and feature engineering. You have experience working with large datasets and preparing them for machine learning models, using SQL, Pandas, or similar tools.
• Machine Learning and AI Knowledge: Hands-on experience developing and deploying machine learning models, including regression, classification, clustering, and time series analysis. You’re familiar with cloud-based platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure for model deployment.
• Data Visualization and Communication: Expertise in creating data visualizations and reports to communicate insights. You can present complex findings in an easy-to-understand format using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Matplotlib.
• Collaboration and Communication: Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field. Equivalent experience in data science is also highly valued.
• Certifications or additional coursework in machine learning, AI, or data science are a plus.

Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in data science or analytics, with hands-on experience developing models and generating insights from large datasets.
• Proven track record of working with complex data to drive business decisions, optimize processes, and deliver measurable results.
• Experience working with cloud-based data services (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) for model training and deployment is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with low co-pays and premiums.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, sick leave, and 20 paid holidays per year.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certification reimbursement, and career advancement programs.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, including gym memberships, health screenings, and mental health resources.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life insurance and short-term/long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional challenges.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and volunteer activities.
• Recognition Programs: Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and milestones.