Senior Data Scientist - Remote, ML & Insights Leader

MAXIMUS; Miami (FL); Remote; USD 153,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIMUS is seeking a senior data analytics professional in the United States to interpret results using a range of techniques from basic data aggregation to advanced data mining and pattern recognition. The role will select crucial features and build classifiers using cutting-edge machine-learning techniques to enhance performance.

You will act as a subject matter expert in data and analytics, guiding peers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience with 7+ years in data analysis/science.
• MS, PhD preferred in Statistics, Mathematics, OR CS or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant data analysis/science experience with data-driven decision making.
• Strong understanding of machine learning techniques (e.g., k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Trees).
• Experience with data science toolkits; excellence in multiple toolkits is desirable.
• Experience with data visualization tools.
• Advanced applied statistics (distributions, regression, etc.).
• Strong SQL skills; expert use of relational databases.

Responsibilities

• Interpret results using data aggregation, statistics, and data mining.
• Select features and construct classifiers with ML techniques.
• Act as SME in data analytics for stakeholders.
• Identify decision technology techniques for analytical frameworks (e.g., optimization, simulation, regression, trees, neural networks).
• Use statistical methods to forecast trends and maintain reliable predictions.
• Expand data collection procedures for robust analytical systems.
• Develop automated anomaly detection and monitor model performance.
• Lead project management and facilitate team communication and strategy.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies relevant to MAXIMUS initiatives.
• Drive execution of MAXIMUS strategic areas.

Skills

Machine Learning

Statistics

SQL

Data Visualization

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MS or PhD in related field

Tools

SQL Databases

Distributed/Cloud computing tools

Data Visualization tools

Job description

MAXIMUS is seeking a senior data analytics professional in the United States to interpret results using a range of techniques from basic data aggregation to advanced data mining and pattern recognition. The role will select crucial features and build classifiers using cutting-edge machine-learning techniques to enhance performance.

You will act as a subject matter expert in data and analytics, guiding peers and stakeholders.