Principle Data Scientist (Hybrid in Tampa, FL)
Role summary
The Principle Data Scientist will support the development of advanced decision support systems using data analytics, machine learning, and NLP techniques. This is a hands-on role requiring the candidate to manage projects from inception to completion, delivering business value and improving efficiency. The position requires strong Python and SQL skills, proficiency in Unix scripting, and experience deploying models to production within an Agile framework. Familiarity with "big data" technologies is also necessary. The role is hybrid in St. Petersburg, FL, for a contract duration of 6+ months.
Position: Principle Data Scientist
Location: St. Petersburg, FL (Hybrid Model, 3 days onsite)
Contract Duration: 6+ Months with extension or possibility of hire
Duties:
The Lead Data Scientist supports development of advanced decision support systems by employing advanced techniques from data analytics (including statistical analysis) and machine learning, particularly including NLP. The successful candidate will join an innovative and energetic team that develops capabilities that improve the performance of our business units and make them more efficient. This is a hands-on role in which the Data Scientist is expected to carry out a project from start to finish.
Skills:
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience
· Strong knowledge of Machine Learning techniques, including NLP
· Knowledge of statistics, including hypothesis testing
· Strong Python skills
· Proficient in SQL
· Comfortable with Unix scripting
· Experience building models that actually delivered value to a business
· Experience deploying systems to a production environment
· Experience working in an Agile environment
· Working knowledge of “big data” technology
Education:
· Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and six (6) years of relevant experience or combination of education, training and experience.