Job Title: Data Scientist - Permanent Full-Time Direct Hire - Remote
Job Overview
Join our innovative team as a Data Scientist / Database Analytics Developer, where you will play a pivotal role in leveraging advanced data analytics and machine learning to drive transformative insights in today’s dynamic business landscape. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with the latest technologies in data visualization and reporting, all while being part of a forward-thinking organization.
Important Note: This role requires onsite presence in Des Moines at least 1-2 days a week. Applicants seeking a fully remote opportunity or those located outside the Central Iowa area are discouraged from applying.
Key Responsibilities
- Employ SQL to develop advanced and intricate queries for data extraction and analysis.
- Utilize Python and R for statistical analysis and machine learning initiatives.
- Create informative data visualizations utilizing BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
- Participate in feature engineering and prototype development to refine data models.
- Conduct comprehensive data analyses using a variety of tools and methodologies.
- Deploy and oversee production models, ensuring peak performance.
- Design and implement algorithms while conducting simulations to evaluate various scenarios.
- Apply sophisticated machine learning techniques, including Random Forest, GLM/Regression, Boosting, and Text Mining.
- Engage in modeling tasks for regression, classification, anomaly detection, clustering, and decision trees.
- Work with Big Data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark and utilize Cloud AI platforms.
Required Skills
- Proficient in SQL for crafting advanced and complex queries.
- Strong expertise in programming languages, particularly Python (required) and R, focusing on statistical and machine learning applications.
- Familiarity with BI tools like Tableau or Power BI for data visualization purposes.
- Experience with advanced machine learning algorithms and data analysis techniques.
- Knowledge of Big Data tools such as Hadoop or Spark is necessary.
- Familiarity with Cloud AI platforms is advantageous.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in advanced SQL query writing.
- Demonstrated ability in statistical analysis and machine learning projects.
- Experience with Big Data tools and Cloud AI platforms is a plus.
Career Growth Opportunities
This role presents ample avenues for professional development and career advancement, allowing you to engage with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in the field of data science and analytics.
Employment Type: Full-Time