Data Scientist II

Cox Enterprises

  • Atlanta, GA
  • $87,200-130,800 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Company Cox Automotive - USAJob Family Group Data Intelligence & ScienceJob Profile Data Scientist IIManagement Level Individual ContributorFlexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the weekTravel % Yes, 5% of the timeWork Shift DayCompensation Compensation includes a base salary of $87,200.00 - $130,800.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.Job DescriptionOur data scientists are responsible for leading the development of advanced analytics models to solve our customers’ problems through innovative products and services; and inform internal business operations and strategy. They will work closely with product, engineering, and our business stakeholders as the subject matter expert on the application mathematical modeling across our family of leading automotive brands. The Data Scientist II works under the direction of senior data science staff and contributes to all phases of an analytics project. The scope of work includes the analysis and preparation of data, the development of specified models, and the compilation of results.PRIMARY DUTIES/KEY RESPONSIBILITES
  • Under the direction of senior team members, contribute to all phases of an analytics project, including formulation, research, development, implementation, testing, and maintenance.
  • Present findings to peers and data science leadership.
  • Maintain an awareness of trends in the field and research and suggest new methodologies.
Required Experience & Specialized Knowledge and skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 2 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and up to 2 years’ experience; or 14 years’ experience in a related field.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • A drive to learn and master new technologies and techniques.
  • Proven experience applying descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive statistics to real-world problems.
  • Experience in general programming language, e.g., Python.
  • Experience querying relational databases using SQL.
An understanding of one or more of the following strongly preferred:
  • Statistics: Generalized linear models, time series models, and forecasting techniques.
  • Operations Research: Linear and mixed integer optimization and discrete event simulation.
  • Machine Learning: Common supervised and unsupervised ML models, including decision trees, nearest neighbor models, and neural nets; and a standard ML library, e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow.
  • Experience with product development strongly preferred.
  • Experience creating compelling data visualizations strongly preferred.
  • Other duties as needed or required.
  • Requires physical ability and mental acuity to execute the duties of the position successfully within required timeframes in order to meet business requirements.
  • Degree in Statistics, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related quantitative field.
Drug Testing To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.Benefits The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.About Us Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

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