Senior Data Scientist

Verizon Communications; Basking Ridge (NJ); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to own and drive analytics for AI/ML use cases with guidance from leads. You will develop models, gather data, and support end-to-end analytics projects across the business, mentoring junior team members.

The role is hybrid, requires 40 hours per week, and offers a broad benefits package. You will collaborate with global teams to translate insights into leadership-ready recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
• Four or more years of relevant analytics experience.
• Experience in advanced analytics/predictive modelling, statistics or data mining.
• Experience with third-party B2B data (firmographics, contacts, technographics).
• Experience using GenAI/LLM tools to accelerate software delivery and development velocity.
• Experience across end-to-end analytics projects: ingestion, munging, modeling, validation, deployment, monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Own and perform analytics tasks and lead end-to-end AI/ML use cases with guidance.
• Gather data, assess validity, and synthesize data into large analytics datasets.
• Analyze structured and unstructured data using data mining and ML tools; visualize and storytelling.
• Build and train statistical models and ML algorithms.
• Handle operationalization tasks (wrappers, REST services, monitoring).
• Prepare supporting documents and reports.
• Mentor 1–2 team members on technical aspects as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Master's degree

Tools

Python

SQL

PySpark

Scala

REST API

Job description

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

What you’ll be doing...

As a Senior Data Scientist you will own and perform specific analytics tasks as well as lead and drive end to end solutions for AI/ML use cases with guidance from lead / manager.

• Driving data-derived insights across the business domain by developing advanced statistical models, machine learning algorithms and computational algorithms based on business initiatives.
• Directing the gathering of data, assessing data validity and synthesizing data into large analytics datasets to support project goals.
• Analysing structured and unstructured data using data mining/statistical/machine learning/deep learning tools, Data visualization, Digital/Web analytics tools and techniques and storytelling.
• Building and training statistical models and machine learning algorithms.
• Performing tasks related to Operationalization - eg. wrapper script, REST service, Trigger, Monitoring etc.
• Preparing all the supporting documents and reports.
• Mentoring/Guiding one to two members in the team on technical aspects as needed.

What we’re looking for...

You have strong analytical skills, and are eager to work in a collaborative environment with global teams to drive ML application in business problems, develop end to end analytical solutions and communicate insights and findings to leadership. You work independently and are always willing to learn new technologies. You thrive in a dynamic environment and are able to interact with various partners and multi-functional teams to implement data science driven business solutions.

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
• Four or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
• Four or more years of experience in advanced analytics/ predictive modelling , quantitative modeling, statistics, or data mining.
• Experience in 3rd party B2B data such as firmographics, contact details, technographics, and buyer intent signals.
• Experience utilizing GenAI/LLM tools (e.g., Claude Code) to accelerate software delivery and development velocity.
• Experience with all phases of end-to-end Analytics project, such as (but not limited to): Ingestion, Munging, Model Building, Validation, Operationalization, Monitoring.
• Experience building models using statistical techniques such as Supervised and Unsupervised Machine Learning models, Deep learning, Text classification etc.
• Knowledge of Python, Sql, PySpark, Scala and/or other languages and tools.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Master's degree.
• Experience working in analytical projects in telecom domain.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience in data lake.
• Problem solving, analytical, and research skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience presenting to and influencing functional leaders and partners.
• Ability to work effectively independently and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager. Employees are responsible for maintaining compliance with hybrid work policies.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $101,000.00 - $194,000.00.