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Data Scientist

Job Description:

Data Scientist Summary:

Signature Consultants is seeking a Data Scientist for an opportunity in Miami, FL. The Data Scientist should possess a strong background or operational familiarity in statistics, mathematics, modeling (predictive, forecasting, optimization), implementing/administrating graph databases, writing graph database queries and evaluating graph database query results. He or she should also be capable of and willing to train and mentor colleagues on the proper use of graph databases to formulate data-intensive solutions.

Requirements:

  • Analytical support, data mining, scripting / programming, mentorship and stakeholder presentation within the framework of implementing, utilizing and expanding Graph Database capabilities within the broader Data Science team
  • Application of multiple forms of statistical (hypothesis testing, sampling, modeling, probability, time-series) and machine learning (neural networks / deep networks, ensemble methods, natural language processing) methods to describe, predict and optimize desired analytical objectives from business stakeholders
  • Manipulate high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources to highlight patterns, anomalies, relationships and trends
  • Evaluate the progress of the data science team and company at large on the acclimation of Graph Database tools and techniques. Recommend steps to improve or enforce utilization of Graph Database methods
  • Empower and enhance the capabilities of the broader data science team on the proper structure, use and querying of graph databases through training, mentoring and project assistance as needed
  • Collaborate with IT, Business and Analytics stakeholders to design and implement Graph Database frameworks into the wider company data architecture
  • Assist with research related to customer based analytical practice and develop communications for management and strategies for building institutional knowledge Work with product and enterprise teams via both Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
  • Foster a ‘data-driven’ culture based on pragmatism and strategic decision through rigorous factual analysis at all levels. Should be willing to engage outside the immediate team to expand data science footprint throughout organization

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Statistics, Operations Research, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemical Engineering or field of comparable foundations in mathematical and statistical analysis through the use of models, algorithms or programmed solutions
  • 2+ years’ experience with any of the following programming languages: R, Python, Java, C++, C#, Scala, SAS or similar scripting languages. Similar experience and proficiency with SQL required
  • 2+ years’ experience with graph databases, including Neo4j, OrientDB, ArangoDB, MarkLogic, AllegroGraph or any comparable graph database framework
  • Experience with data mining processes (SEMMA, CRISP-DM), data preparation, consolidation, imputation, transformation, interaction, variable reduction, modeling, maintenance, and post-mortem analysis
  • Experience with statistical methods such t-test of means, Tukey-HSD tests of means on groups, ANOVA, Proportion tests, data normalization and scaling, univariate and multivariate outlier detection
  • Experience with modeling techniques such as linear models, decision trees, neural networks, k-nearest-neighbor, support vector machines, cluster analyses, and ensembling methods
  • Strong Oral and Written skills
  • Must have a strong background in one or more of the following: Mathematics, Statistics, Probability, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Recommendation Systems, Pattern Recognition, Large Scale Data Mining or Artificial Intelligence
  • Has expertise in modeling, customer segmentation, analytical reporting, survey analysis, key driver analysis and dashboards
  • Demonstrates a strong capacity for learning and assimilating new techniques, tools and methods
  • Comfortable with preparing or collaborating on presentation decks as well as delivering final stakeholder presentations as primary or supporting presenter
  • Has knowledge and can quickly ramp-up and leverage cloud-based cognitive service APIs such as Microsoft Azure, AWS and/or IBM Watson
  • Is passionate about your work, but willing to support several projects at one time and can accept reprioritization as necessary
  • Comfortable delivering within an agile program.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Agile Software Development
  • Experience in a large corporation or consulting firm with focus in marketing strategies, modeling, CRM and management sciences/statistics highly desired
  • Experience with Deep Learning tools and packages such as TensorFlow, Keras, H2O, and Theano
  • Experience with cloud computing frameworks or API’s such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services
  • Experience in a large corporation or consulting firm practicing marketing strategies, modeling, CRM and management sciences/statistics is; Highly desired

 About Signature Consultants, LLC

Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Signature Consultants was established in 1997 with a singular focus: to provide clients and consultants with superior staffing solutions. For the seventh consecutive year, Signature was voted as one of the “Best Staffing Firms to Work For” and is now the 14th largest IT staffing firm in the United States (source: Staffing Industry Analysts). With 26 locations throughout North America, Signature annually deploys thousands of consultants to support, run, and manage their clients’ technology needs. Signature offers IT staffing, consulting, managed solutions, and direct placement services. For more information on the company, please visit www.sigconsult.com.

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