Entry-Level Data Scientist

Why Hiring; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in advanced analytics and machine learning is seeking a Data Scientist to join their team. This entry-level role focuses on solving complex data problems using Python and R, with opportunities to work on exciting ML/AI projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in analytics, data warehousing, or software engineering.
• Hands-on experience with open-source machine learning tools using Python or R for at least 1 year.
• Data engineering experience, including SQL and working with large structured or unstructured datasets.

Responsibilities

• Tackle complex, high-impact problems collaboratively with a team of data scientists.
• Communicate insights and findings effectively to scientific, business, and stakeholder audiences.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and fellow data scientists to deliver scalable solutions.

Skills

Data Science

Python

R

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Job description

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About The Role:

This role requires proficiency in developing deep learning technologies, with a primary focus on Python programming. We are seeking a Data Scientist interested in solving challenging ML/AI problems. The Data Science team works on various exciting analytics (ML, AI) projects.

Responsibilities

• Tackle complex, high-impact problems collaboratively with a team of data scientists and analytics professionals
• Demonstrate a passion for solving challenging big data issues
• Communicate insights and findings effectively to scientific, business, and stakeholder audiences
• Extract and analyze data to develop prototypes for targeting and personalization
• Collaborate closely with engineers and fellow data scientists to deliver scalable solutions

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or foreign degree equivalent)
• At least 1 year of experience in analytics, data warehousing, or software engineering
• Hands-on experience with open-source machine learning tools using Python or R for at least 1 year
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python
• Data engineering experience, including SQL and working with large structured or unstructured datasets
• Strong practical experience in developing and implementing machine learning models and algorithms
• Excellent skills in presenting data-driven insights

About the Company

The company specializes in solving complex data problems using advanced analytics and machine learning. The team applies modern data science techniques to develop tailored solutions for various use cases. With a focus on innovation, the company combines technical expertise with insights from experienced professionals to deliver impactful results across industries.

Key Skills

• Data Science (required)
• Python (required)
• R (required)
• SQL (required)

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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