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Associate Data Science Engineer
Framingham, MA

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DescriptionPosition Summary

We are looking for an experienced and well-rounded data science engineer to join our growing team. In this position, the candidate will work to support major Staples data initiatives by driving the management and design of enterprise level data, reporting and systems integration across the Supply Chain network, piloting new Business Intelligence and Analytic tools, and owning Supply Chain's data stewardship. You will develop data science applications that serve to accelerate growth and profitability at Staples as well as identify opportunities for optimization. You will collaborate closely with Data Scientists on the underlying problems applying Machine Learning and Optimization techniques.

Primary Responsibilities

* Design and maintain Transportation database and data pipelines, e.g. MSSQL, Hadoop, Azure Data Lake; Drive adoption and scale applying best practices for database agility and quality
* Pilot, architect and develop highly scalable analytics and reporting tools
* Own the Supply Chain Data and Analytics knowledge base; Provide consultation and support to facilitate organizational efficiency in data collection and analysis
* Collaborate with research scientists to build advanced analytics models and support the development of optimization and machine learning based algorithms
* Work independently to deliver analytical projects and ad-hoc analyses including determining project scope, prioritizing requests, defining expected results, proposing execution plans, as well as target completion times
* Develop data science applications in the areas of Supply Chain, e.g. Network Design, Territory Planning, Routing, Facility Location Selection, Carrier Negotiation, Demand Forecasting
* Work independently to deliver analytical projects and ad-hoc analyses including determining project scope, prioritizing requests, defining expected results, proposing execution plans, as well as target completion times
* Work closely with key business stakeholders to derive application requirements, set expectations, and communicate progress

QualificationsRequired Skills (Must haves)

* MS in Information Systems, Computer Science/Engineering, Data Science/Engineering or related filed
* Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, R, JavaScript
* Experience with querying/managing relational databases and strong expertise in SQL; Familiarity with development toolsets such as Hadoop, MYSQL, Teradata, NOSQL
* Familiarity with advanced analytics tool kits and BI tools such as Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau
* Experience with architecting and developing highly reliable, fault-tolerant distributed applications with focus on performance and scale in the Cloud (PaaS/SaaS - Azure, AWS, etc.)
* Demonstrated analytical thinking, strategic problem-solving capabilities; Ability to communicate complex quantitative analysis in a clear, precise, and actionable manner

Preferred Skills (Even better!)

* Experience working with Big Data frameworks (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Flink, Storm, etc.)
* Experience working with Machine Learning and Predictive modeling algorithms
* Experience with Web technologies (e.g.: HTML 5, CSS, jQuery, Angular, Bootstrap, WebSockets, etc.)

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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