keyboard_backspace Data Scientist

Qualifications:  

• 4 years of formal education or equivalent experience in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or Applied Science
• Experience with Spark, Python, and SQL. Demonstrable familiarity with code and programming concepts.  
• 4+ years of experience in statistical modelling, machine learning, data mining, NLP, and/or information retrieval. 
• 2+ years of experience working on data-heavy products preferably in a Data Science role.
• Proven ability in implementing big data machine learning applications at scale and in production environments.
• Able to articulate and lead discussions on architecture and algorithms with the engineering team as well as with non-technical stakeholders across the business
• Self-driven and laser-focused, able to quickly prototype ideas, perform critical analysis, and use creative approaches to solve complex problems

Bonus points:

• Familiarity with Databricks.
• Familiarity with ModeAnalytics or Looker or Tableau
• Data-driven Story Teller - Ability to convey insights that are readily consumable
• Ability to work with CS, Customers & Sales to understand and translate business problems into Data Science concepts.
• Understanding of Agile SDLC & modern data pipeline practices