Data Scientist, Entry Level, (Remote)

Jobright.ai; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data analytics company is seeking an Entry Level Data Scientist to analyze labor market trends and develop innovative models. The role requires proficiency in SQL and Python, with a focus on machine learning techniques. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong communication skills to convey technical insights. This full-time position offers a remote work option and aims to provide actionable insights into the future of work.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience or academic research applying statistical or machine learning approaches.
• Demonstrated ability to write clean, scalable code.
• Solid understanding of machine learning techniques such as classification, regression, and time-series forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze labor market trends and develop innovative models.
• Build and maintain scalable data and model pipelines.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate models into products.

Skills

SQL

Python

Machine learning libraries (Scikit-learn, PyTorch)

Statistical reasoning

Data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Plotly)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Apache Airflow

MLflow

Job description

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Lightcast is a global leader in labor market insights, providing critical data to drive economic prosperity. The Data Scientist will analyze labor market trends and develop innovative models and visualizations to offer actionable insights into the future of work.

Responsibilities:

• Use SQL, Python, or other analytical tools to query, clean, and analyze large datasets.

• Analyze labor market trends across dimensions such as workforce composition, job demand, employment patterns, and wage dynamics.

• Apply advanced techniques including time series forecasting, clustering, regression analysis, and machine learning algorithms (e.g., decision trees, random forests, gradient boosting, support vector machines, k-means clustering) to identify patterns and forecast labor trends.

• Build and maintain scalable data and model pipelines using orchestration tools like Apache Airflow, Luigi, or Sagemaker Pipelines, and model tracking tools such as MLflow.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to define problem statements, gather and analyze data, integrate models into products, and translate insights into actionable recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Stay informed on advancements in labor market analytics, statistical modeling, and machine learning technologies.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field

• 2+ years of industry experience or academic research applying statistical or machine learning approaches to real-world data problems

• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and machine learning libraries such as Scikit-learn or PyTorch

• Demonstrated ability to write clean, scalable code and independently prototype data solutions

• Solid understanding of machine learning techniques such as classification, regression, and time-series forecasting

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and orchestration tools like Apache Airflow for managing large datasets and workflows

• Strong statistical reasoning and ability to translate complex data into strategic business insights

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical topics to diverse audiences

Preferred:

• Experience working with large labor market datasets (e.g., government labor statistics, survey data, or job market intelligence platforms)

• 2+ years of experience in labor market analytics, workforce intelligence, or related domains

• Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Plotly

• Familiarity with Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques and applications

Company:

Lightcast is an IT company that offers software, APIs, and consulting services for communities, businesses, and educational institutions. Founded in 2000, the company is headquartered in Moscow, Idaho, USA, with a team of 501-1000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage. Lightcast has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Software Development

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