Remote AI Data Scientist — Client-Facing Contract

Talentify; Ashburn (VA); Remote; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking an AI-focused Data Scientist for a remote, 6+ month contract. You will apply advanced analytics and modeling to solve client challenges and uncover transformative opportunities, with emphasis on interpreting insights from large datasets.

The role requires experience with ML techniques and programming in R, Python or Scala, and comfort working in client-facing environments, including travel to client sites as needed. Hourly compensation ranges from $60 to $100.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as CS, engineering, physics, statistics or applied mathematics.
• Familiarity with statistical and data-mining techniques.
• Strong knowledge of programming languages with ML focus (R, Python, Scala).
• Experience with large data sets and relational databases.
• Experience in client-facing roles and travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Creatively use data to solve business challenges and uncover opportunities.
• Apply advanced analytics, quantitative tools, and modeling techniques to interpret data and provide recommendations.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data mining

Machine learning concepts

Client facing

Relational databases knowledge

Education

Advanced degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

Scala

SQL

Job description

Talentify is seeking an AI-focused Data Scientist for a remote, 6+ month contract. You will apply advanced analytics and modeling to solve client challenges and uncover transformative opportunities, with emphasis on interpreting insights from large datasets.

The role requires experience with ML techniques and programming in R, Python or Scala, and comfort working in client-facing environments, including travel to client sites as needed. Hourly compensation ranges from $60 to $100.