Strategic Data Scientist: Predictive Analytics & Insights

Rocket; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket in Detroit is seeking a Data Scientist to leverage large datasets for exploratory analysis and predictive modeling, informing business leaders with actionable insights. The role requires 3+ years of experience with data tools like Hadoop and SQL, proficiency in Python, and a Master’s degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include analyzing data, developing models, and mentoring junior staff. This opportunity offers a chance to impact business strategy through data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience with large data sets in Hadoop, AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• 3 years of experience with statistical and data mining tools.
• 3 years of experience with supervised and unsupervised models.
• 3 years of experience working with SQL.
• 3 years of experience in Python and a strongly typed language.
• 3 years of experience with statistical packages.
• 3 years providing predictive and prescriptive analytics.
• Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Advanced understanding of data visualization libraries.
• Advanced understanding of statistical methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and process large sets of data.
• Develop predictive/machine learning models.
• Identify methods for automated statistical testing.
• Create visualizations to convey data analysis results.
• Deliver presentations of analysis results to stakeholders.
• Identify business problems addressable through data analysis.
• Advise on application improvements for predictive models.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams.

Skills

Experience with large data sets

Statistical and data mining tools

Supervised and unsupervised models

Proficient in SQL

Proficient in Python

Statistical packages

Predictive and prescriptive analytics

Data visualization libraries

Statistical methodologies

Education

Master’s degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science or related field

Tools

Hadoop

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Rocket in Detroit is seeking a Data Scientist to leverage large datasets for exploratory analysis and predictive modeling, informing business leaders with actionable insights. The role requires 3+ years of experience with data tools like Hadoop and SQL, proficiency in Python, and a Master’s degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include analyzing data, developing models, and mentoring junior staff. This opportunity offers a chance to impact business strategy through data-driven insights.