Data Science Manager

Gannett Co; McLean (VA); Remote; USD 189,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Gannett is seeking a Data Science Manager to lead a team of data scientists in building advanced analytics, ML, and AI solutions. The role emphasizes deploying scalable models and collaborating with data engineering to create robust data pipelines.

You will establish data science standards, govern models for accuracy and compliance, and manage project timelines, budgets, and KPIs while mentoring two direct reports. 100% telecommuting is permitted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Engineering, or related field plus 3 years of post-baccalaureate leadership experience in data science/analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of data scientists/analysts to design, develop, and deploy advanced analytics, ML, and AI solutions.
• Design and deploy predictive models and ML algorithms with scalable integration to enterprise systems.
• Collaborate with data engineering to build efficient data pipelines and governance frameworks.
• Establish data science standards and governance to maintain data integrity and compliance.
• Monitor KPIs and manage project timelines, resources, and budgets for data science initiatives.

Skills

Machine learning

Data analysis

Python

R

MySQL

AWS

Azure

Team leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ggplot

RShiny

Docker

AWS

Azure

Job description

Full-time or part-time: Full-time

Job title: Data Science Manager

Job Location: Virtual, New York, NY

Job Description:

Reachlocal Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of USA TODAY Co.

Lead a team of data scientists/analysts in the design, development, and deployment of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI solutions to address complex business problems. Design and deploy predictive models and machine learning algorithms, ensuring model accuracy, scalability, and seamless integration with enterprise systems through collaboration with data engineering teams on efficient data pipeline architecture. Drive organizational data and strategy and partner with business leaders to deliver actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. Establish and enforce data science standards, methodologies, and governance frameworks to maintain data integrity and compliance. Evaluate and implement cutting-edge tools and technologies in AI, machine learning, and big data to maintain a competitive advantage. Coordinate project delivery timelines, resource allocation, and budget management for data science initiatives. Monitor and report on key performance indicators for data analytics programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Supervises 2 direct reports at a Data Scientist level. 100% Telecommuting permitted.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Engineering, or a related field, or a foreign equivalent plus 3 years of post-baccalaureate experience in job offered or any leadership role in data science or analytics.

Requires 3 years of experience in:

• 1. Applying descriptive statistics and identifying data trends with machine learning algorithms
• 2. Building and optimizing model performance with R programming and Python
• 3. Designing and implementing deployment environment, scaling the models and resolving issues using AWS, AZURE, Docker cloud technologies
• 4. Evaluating data structure and performing data transformation with R, Python and MySQL
• 5. Preparing analytics reports with ggplot and Rshiny visualization packages to stakeholders and team members to improve KPIs
• 6. Managing and mentoring a team of data scientists and analysts, setting performance metrics and team goals.

100% Telecommuting permitted.

Salary range: $189,259 - $195,000//year