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Senior Data Scientist

Data ScientistData ScientistFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2007H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Colorado

Posted

2 days ago

Salary

$112.8K - $173.6K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree5 yrs expExperience acceptedEnglishPythonSQL

Job Description

Senior Data Scientist

Zayo Group

• Lead the full model development lifecycle for data science models (ideate, develop, deploy, and maintain) • Lead Data Science-focused projects with responsibility for planning and allocating work for any junior members on the project • Contribute to enterprise data strategy and process improvement efforts with a focus on innovation through data science and machine learning • Mentor junior members of the department to help them gain necessary senior skills to advance their careers • Work in an Agile framework and provide proactive communication and progress to management & stakeholders • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage project status and any blockers • Proactive communication and updates on progress to both management and the organization • Partner with business stakeholders to understand business problems and identify solutions for development backlog • Help develop and deliver a training curriculum for citizen data scientists across the enterprise

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor of Arts/Science with a numerate degree or 8 years of experience in a role with data manipulation
  • Minimum of five (5) years of data science experience or a PhD
  • Intermediate experience with one of SQL and Excel and familiarity with the other
  • Advanced experience with at least one of R, Python, or functional equivalent
  • Demonstrated background in statistical analysis and machine learning
  • Specialization or expertise in a particular facet of Data Science (Time Series models, NLP, Bayesian statistics, Deep Learning, etc.)
  • Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • Effective communication of technical work to non-technical audiences
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to interact effectively with all personnel
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Autonomous but also comfortable with a team lead role on a project
  • Ability to plan, prioritize and organize effectively and work under pressure deadlines

Benefits

  • Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

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