Data Scientist Consultant (Only USC & GC)

Sonsoft Inc; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy firm in Newark, N.J. is looking for a Data Scientist Consultant to tackle complex challenges using analytical expertise and business acumen. Responsibilities include integrating large data sets and conducting advanced statistical analyses. Candidates should have a Master’s degree or relevant experience, with strong skills in statistical software like SAS and R. This is a full-time, permanent role with no visa sponsorship. U.S. Citizens and authorized individuals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing large data sets using statistical software.
• Strong knowledge of predictive and prescriptive analytics.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Academic/work background in Statistics or quantitative fields with graduate-level education and/or extensive experience.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and mine large data sets from various sources.
• Conduct intermediate and advanced statistical analysis.
• Prepare and present reports and findings to stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets and timelines.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Predictive analytics

Machine learning techniques

Communication skills

Project management

Data visualization

Education

Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science or a quantitative discipline

Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years work experience

Tools

SAS

R

Python

SPSS

SQL Programming

IBM DB2

Oracle

SQL Server

Sybase

Java

Sybase

Java

Job description

Data Scientist Consultant (Only USC & GC)

SonSoft Inc. is a USA based corporation duly organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Georgia. SonSoft Inc is growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of Software Development, Software Consultancy, and Information Technology Enabled Services.

As a Data Scientist, you solve complex challenges and identify new opportunities using a combination of analytical expertise, business acumen, strategic thinking, and project and relationship management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a new strategic initiative & this position is located in Newark, N.J., a quick, easy 15-minute train ride from New York Penn Station. Occasional domestic travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and mine large data sets, connecting data from disparate sources to identify insights and patterns using predictive and prescriptive analytics, and machine learning techniques
• Conduct intermediate and advanced statistical analysis, such as linear regression, ANOVA, time-series analysis, classification models, neural networks, decision trees, as well as analysis of unstructured data (e.g., social media listening, digital footprints, speech analytics)
• Prepare and present written and verbal reports, findings, and presentations to key stakeholders, distilling complex statistical information into easy-to-understand business language
• Apply knowledge of U.S. businesses and corporate groups and relevant industry knowledge to analysis and insights
• Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring times and on-budget completion.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience analyzing large data sets using statistical software, such as SAS, R, Python, and SPSS, to discover new business insights
• Excel and PowerPoint a must. SQL Programming and experience of at least one DBMS such as IBM DB2, Oracle, SQL Server or Sybase are required. Java strongly desired
• Prior experience with building models, analyzing unstructured data, and/or machine learning
• Relevant academic experience and work experience in Statistics, with exposure to data structures and data visualization
• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a quantitative discipline plus a minimum of 2-3 years of work experience, or bachelor’s degree plus 5 years work experience
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills, with ability to present and explain data to business manager
• Strong project management skills / experience managing projects, budgets, and schedules to successful completion
• Some prior exposure to financial services or insurance industry desired

Connect with me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/mir-hasham-ali/ (ForDirect Clients Requirements)

U.S. Citizens and those who are authorized to work independently in the United States are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Note

• This is a Full-Time & Permanent job opportunity for you.
• Only US Citizen, Green Card Holder, GC-EAD, H4-EAD & L2-EAD can apply.
• No OPT-EAD, H1B & TN candidates, please.
• Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.