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Job Title:
Senior Data Scientist - 360i, Chicago
Job Description:
The Sr. Data Scientist will work directly with 360i clients, media teams, and account leadership to improve marketing programs' performance with advanced analytics. Core responsibilities include extracting information from a variety of large data sources in order to build complex models of dynamic economic environments and consulting with clients on commercial strategy projects. Business acumen and the ability to effectively communicate technical work to non-technical audiences are essential.
The ideal candidate for this role has expertise in developing multivariate statistical tests, time-series forecasts, and segmentation models to solve real-world business problems. This person must be able to manage complicated projects involving multiple internal/external stakeholders and deliver high-quality work on-time. Advanced Excel, R or Python, and SQL skills are essential. Experience with cloud-based computing, machine learning, UNIX, digital marketing, and/or team management is preferred but not required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* 3+ years of experience using advanced analytical techniques to solve business problems or 2+ years of experience with a graduate degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Management Science or relevant area or a PhD degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Management Science or relevant area
* Advanced Excel skills with a focus on formula development and model building
* Advanced database query experience, either using SQL architecture or noSQL architecture
* Advanced R or Python programming skills for data manipulation, analysis, and building end-to-end machine learning pipelines
* Demonstrated background in quantitative analysis, especially concepts related to statistical and/or machine learning analysis. Excellent working knowledge of time-series based modeling techniques is essential
* Demonstrated experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, both technical (e.g., software engineering) and non-technical (e.g., media managers)
* Ability to multi-task and communicate effectively across teams in a deadline-driven atmosphere
* Experience with cloud-based computing, UNIX, and/or digital marketing is preferred but not required
* Numerate degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Management Science, or relevant area (graduate degree preferred)
Location:
Chicago
Brand:
360I
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent