Staff Data Scientist
Company
Platform Science
Location
USA
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Who We Are
At Platform Science we’re working to connect everything that moves.
Founded in 2015 we are an open IoT platform that partners with innovative fleets application developers vehicle manufacturers and equipment providers in the transportation industry to deliver revolutionary solutions to supply chain professionals across the globe.
Our employees are an engaging diverse group of people who believe in the power of great ideas. We hire people with different experiences and perspectives to build a company culture that fuels growth through innovation.
We value thoughtful actions and empathy for others. We approach challenges with resiliency and creativity while encouraging transparency because no matter our backgrounds or responsibilities we are one team.
About the Role
We are looking for a Staff Data Scientist to help us process large amounts of raw data into strategic insights for consumption by our Product Engineering and Leadership teams. In this role you will lead the evaluation design and implementation of machine learning models and statistical analyses to support key business objectives.
As a Staff Data Scientist you will play a critical role in driving data-driven decision making at Platform Science and expanding the company’s data science capabilities. You have excellent communication skills both written and verbally with proven experience communicating highly technical information to a variety of audiences.
Essential Responsibilities
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Conduct comprehensive evaluation of ML opportunities and summarize findings and recommendations to address business use cases and inform the data science strategy
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Collaborate with other Data Science team members and Product leaders to define the data science strategy and roadmap for Platform Science
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Utilize advanced data mining and machine learning techniques such as natural language processing deep learning and neural networks to solve complex business problems
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Leverage our modern data stack (dbt Snowflake) to filter clean and transform data from a variety of sources
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Work closely with our product and engineering teams to help address their questions and goals with analytics and data science solutions
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Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
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Contribute to the development of the company's data science capabilities including implementing best practices and processes
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Mentor and provide guidance to mid-level data scientists to help them grow and develop their skills
Education and Experience
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5+ years of experience in a data role with at least 4 in a data science role
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2+ years of experience with reporting and visualization tools such as Looker Tableau Domo etc
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Experience in mentorship or leadership roles with the ability to provide guidance and support to mid-level data scientists
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Deep understanding of machine learning libraries (scikit-learn tensorflow etc.) and algorithms
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Advanced knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets (Python numpy pandas R etc.)
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Experience with experimental design and determining the statistical significance of analyses
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Experience with AWS’s data services such as Sage Maker S3 EC2 Lambda etc.
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Expert SQL skills including multiple-table joins unions sub-queries CTE aggregations temporary tables and analytical functions
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Technical expertise regarding all things data including: mining modeling transforming cleansing and validating
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect organize analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
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Ability to take vague requests and transform them into concise deliverables at a level of detail appropriate to the target audience with attention to detail and accuracy
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Demonstrated expertise in establishing machine learning pipelines from scratch
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Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
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BS in Data Science Statistics Mathematics Economics Computer Science Information Management or equivalent experience
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What Would be Great
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Expertise with Looker
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Experience with Snowflake
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Experience with Data Build Tool (dbt)
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Experience with embedded analytics solutions
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Experience with advanced ML/AI techniques such as deep learning and reinforcement learning
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Platform Science Benefits Highlights
The company offers various benefits to regular full-time employees including:
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Medical dental and vision insurance
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Short-term and long-term disability insurances
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AD&D and life insurance
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401k plan
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Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
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Six weeks of paid parental leave
For more information please see the Benefits Highlights brochure for regular full-time employees.
In addition you can access the Benefit Highlights brochure for regular full-time employees by copying and pasting the link into your browser: https://www.platformscience.com/benefits .
This is an exempt role. Our job titles for each posting may span across more than one job level. The estimated base salary for this role is between $138203 and $255484. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salaries across all US locations. Compensation packages are based on many factors unique to each candidate including but not limited to skill set work experience relevant trainings and certifications business needs market demands and specific geographical location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus equity and benefits. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus equity or benefits.
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Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
At this time we only consider candidates in these states: AL AR AZ CA CO FL GA ID IL KY MA MD MI MN MO NC NH NV NY OH OK OR PA SC TN TX UT VA WA and WI. In the future we plan to add more states.
Beware job scams! Our recruiters use @ platformscience.com emails only. We don’t interview via text/message. We don't ask for software downloads (except Zoom) or sensitive info (like SSN/bank). Suspect fraud? Report it to law enforcement & [email protected].
Date Posted
11/11/2024
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