Data Scientist

شركة درعه للتجاره; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Data Scientist to leverage data for strategic insights. In this dynamic role, you will gather and analyze large datasets, develop predictive models, and create impactful visualizations to communicate your findings. Your expertise in statistical analysis and machine learning will be pivotal in driving data-driven decisions that enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that data analysis is integrated into business processes, ultimately shaping the future of the organization in a competitive landscape. If you are passionate about data and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's preferred.
• Proven experience as a Data Scientist with strong statistical skills.

Responsibilities

• Gather and preprocess large datasets from various sources.
• Develop predictive models and create data visualizations.

Skills

Python

Problem Solving

A/B Testing

Cloud Platforms

Hadoop

Statistical Analysis

AWS

Project Management

Big Data Technologies

R

Azure

Data Manipulation

Database Management

Critical Thinking

Predictive Modeling

SQL

Spark

Data Wrangling

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Hadoop

Spark

Job description

Overview

The Data Scientist plays a crucial role in harnessing the power of data to drive business decisions and strategies. This position combines expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization to extract actionable insights from complex datasets. As organizations continue to embrace data-driven decision-making, the Data Scientist becomes increasingly important in transforming raw data into valuable information that supports optimization across various domains of the business. Today's competitive landscape requires professionals who can not only analyze trends and patterns but also effectively communicate findings to stakeholders. By utilizing tools and technologies to interpret data, a Data Scientist enables the organization to enhance its operational efficiency, improve customer experience, and achieve strategic objectives. Their role extends from data collection and cleaning through to model development and deployment, ensuring that the organization stays ahead in a data-centric world.

Key Responsibilities

1. Gather and preprocess large datasets from different sources.
2. Analyze data to identify trends and patterns that can inform business strategies.
3. Develop predictive models using statistical and machine learning techniques.
4. Implement and validate models to ensure their accuracy and reliability.
5. Create data visualizations to clearly communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data analysis into business processes.
7. Provide data-driven recommendations to enhance product offerings and customer services.
8. Utilize programming languages such as Python or R for data manipulation and analysis.
9. Monitor and optimize the performance of existing data models.
10. Ensure data integrity and security throughout the data analysis process.
11. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in data science.
12. Participate in data governance initiatives across the organization.
13. Conduct experiments and A/B testing to assess the impact of changes.
14. Document processes, methodologies, and results for future reference.
15. Mentor junior members of the data science team.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
2. Proven experience working as a Data Scientist or similar role.
3. Strong background in statistical analysis and machine learning.
4. Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
5. Proficient in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java.
6. Familiarity with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark) is an advantage.
7. Understanding of SQL and database management systems.
8. Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong analytical mindset.
9. Ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical audiences.
10. Experience with data wrangling and preprocessing techniques.
11. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus.
12. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity.
13. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
14. Experience in A/B testing and experiment design.
15. Familiarity with Agile methodologies is beneficial.
16. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Skills: python, problem solving, a/b testing, cloud platforms, hadoop, statistical analysis, aws, project management, big data technologies, r, azure, data manipulation, database management, critical thinking, predictive modeling, sql, spark, data wrangling, machine learning, data visualization