Data Specialist

Vantix Systems Inc.; Edmonton; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Data Analytics Specialist / Data Scientist to drive strategic data initiatives. This role involves data analysis, data science, and collaboration with clients to meet their analytics needs. The position requires a strong background in statistical analysis and programming, with a focus on delivering data-driven solutions. The candidate must be a Canadian citizen and available for occasional onsite meetings.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in data science, data engineering, and AI projects.
• Experience with statistical and programming languages such as R, Python, and SQL.
• Knowledge of various data analytics approaches including statistical modeling.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and direction on strategic data initiatives.
• Coordinate with clients to understand analytics needs.
• Respond to complex data analytic requirements across departments.

Skills

Data Analysis

Statistical Analysis

Machine Learning

Data Modelling

Artificial Intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

R

Python

SQL

Job description

Our Client is seeking a Data Analytics Specialist / Data Scientist with a diverse range of analytical skills and experience in working in multi-faceted roles. The role may encompass aspects of data analysis, data science, data modelling, statistical analysis, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), strategizing, advising, data product design, and delivery. There may also be elements of data engineering, technical analysis, and business analysis.

Duties

1. Provide hands-on support, leadership, advice, and direction on strategic data initiatives aligned with the Data Strategy.
2. Coordinate with internal and external clients to understand their analytics needs and how to utilize data effectively.
3. Anticipate, identify, and respond to diverse and complex data analytic requirements across departments and external organizations.
4. Ensure services and project deliverables evolve with emerging user and business needs, as well as design and technical opportunities.

Additional Information

The resource will work remotely but must be available for onsite meetings when required, including strategic, analytical, and technical discussions with team members, senior managers, directors, and clients. The frequency of onsite meetings could be up to 3-4 times per fiscal year, with attendance negotiable depending on the resource's location.

Applicants must be Canadian Citizens to apply and work within Canada at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
2. 6+ years of experience with statistical and programming languages such as R, Python, and SQL.
3. 6+ years of experience in building analytical and quantitative models.
4. 6+ years of experience with data science, data engineering, and/or AI projects.
5. 6+ years of experience in preparing data for prescriptive and predictive modeling.
6. 6+ years of experience understanding complex business questions and framing analytical problems accordingly.
7. 6+ years of knowledge of various data analytics and data science approaches, including complex statistical modeling.
8. 6+ years of experience applying statistical and data mining techniques to address key business issues.