Data Scientist

Whitefield Academy

  • Smyrna, GA
  • $65.00-74.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 hours ago
  • Apply easily
SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Scientist to join our team. You will be responsible for transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. This role requires a blend of statistical analysis, machine learning, and strong communication skills to work cross-functionally with stakeholders across the business.Duties
  • Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from various sources to derive business insights.
  • Build and deploy predictive models and machine learning algorithms to solve business challenges.
  • Develop dashboards and reports to visualize and communicate results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with product, engineering, and business teams to identify opportunities for leveraging data to drive product and business solutions.
  • Design experiments and analyze results to validate hypotheses and measure impact.
  • Stay current with the latest research, tools, and techniques in data science and machine learning.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • Proven experience (typically 2 years) as a Data Scientist or similar role.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with relational databases.
  • Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, XGBoost).
  • Solid understanding of statistical methods and data modeling techniques.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex data findings in simple terms.
Nice To Haves
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with big data tools (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).
  • Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
  • Experience working in agile or cross-functional teams.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible working hours and remote-friendly culture.
  • Professional development and learning opportunities.
  • Collaborative and inclusive team environment.
  • Opportunities to work on cutting-edge data problems.
Work RemotelyThis is a remote position

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