Data Scientist & Engineer (SAP)

ZipRecruiter; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data science firm is seeking a Data Scientist & Engineer (SAP) for internal projects. This remote role focuses on developing data architectures that support business intelligence and AI applications. Candidates should have a strong background in data science, machine learning, and SAP, with excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in data science and ML modeling.
• Fluency in English and Chinese is highly beneficial.
• Experience with SAP data structures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize data architectures for business intelligence.
• Utilize machine learning and AI techniques to solve complex problems.
• Build data pipelines connecting SAP, Databricks, and Microsoft CRM.

Skills

Python

Machine Learning

NLP

SQL

Data Visualization

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

PhD or Master’s in Computer Science, Statistics, or Data Science

Tools

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

Airflow

Azure Data Factory

Job description

Job Description

FocusKPI is looking for a Data Scientist & Engineer (SAP) to work on our company’s internal projects.

Our internal team seeks a Data Scientist with a Data Engineering background and prior SAP skills. This role involves developing and optimizing data architectures that support business intelligence, predictive analytics, and AI/ML applications. Responsibilities include designing data pipelines connecting SAP, Databricks, and Microsoft CRM, enabling trend analysis, forecasting, and AI-driven insights. The focus is on building a feature store rather than traditional data models.

This role requires a deep understanding of data organization for efficient reporting, trend analysis, and analytics. Fluency in both English and Chinese is highly beneficial.

Work Location: Remote - anywhere in the US

Duration: 9+ months contract

Pay Range: $50+/hr (based on experience)

Note: No C2C profiles are accepted.

Responsibilities:

1. Utilize machine learning and AI techniques (predictive models, NLP, personalization, uplift models) to solve complex problems and inform business decisions.
2. Build data pipelines for model development, including data collection, cleaning, assumption testing, and feedback loop design.
3. Collaborate in an agile environment with data scientists, engineers, and database admins to bring analytical rigor to predictive challenges.
4. Support senior analysts and data scientists in managing strategic projects.
5. Implement, validate, and maintain predictive and statistical models focusing on big data.
6. Document model development processes and create presentations and financial models to communicate insights.
7. Explain complex models simply and develop narratives linking results to business problems.
8. Solve analytical problems and communicate methodologies and findings effectively.
9. Develop dashboards for internal stakeholders to monitor KPIs.
10. Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline data science solutions.

Qualifications:

• PhD or Master’s in Computer Science, Statistics, or Data Science.
• At least 4-5 years of experience in data science, ML modeling, measurement, marketing strategy, and analytics.
• Proficiency in Python and libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn.
• Strong SQL and relational database skills.
• Experience with large datasets and NLP models.
• Knowledge of MLOps tools like Airflow.
• Deep understanding of ML/AI algorithms and evaluation.
• Experience with SAP and CRM data; SAP experience is a plus.
• Expertise in SAP data structures (SAP HANA, BW, OData, BAPI, IDocs).
• Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools (Apache Airflow, Prefect, Azure Data Factory).
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge of data warehouses, cloud computing, ETLs, and data visualization dashboards.
• Bilingual in Chinese and English is highly beneficial.
• Proactive attitude, problem-solving skills, strong communication, and a growth mindset.

Thank you!

FocusKPI Hiring Team

Founded in 2010, FocusKPI is a data science and technology firm specializing in predictive analytics, headquartered in Silicon Valley, with an East Coast office in Boston.

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