Staff Data Scientist
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Data Scientist
iHeartMedia
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Virtual • California, Texas • 🇺🇸 United States
Visit company websiteSalary
💰 $112,000 - $140,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
AWSPython
About the role
- Provide research, modeling, analysis, and guidance using Advanced Analytics and Data Science techniques to develop and support data and model-driven decision making
- Engage directly with business and technology partners to research, identify, and seek out information, facts, and data
- Conduct and promote scientific, inquisitive, and innovative approaches to business decision problems and technical solutions
- Use emerging tools and technology to develop advanced analytics models and automation in content programming, ad sales and operations, consumer insights, music research, audience attribution, demand and revenue forecasting, and other areas of the company
- Assist or lead the formulation, calibration, validation, and implementation of predictive analytics, statistical, and machine learning models
- Communicate complex solutions and ideas to a variety of stakeholders in easily understandable language
- Work on a number of projects as a member of the project team and/or as an individual contributor
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or a related analytical field – Ph.D. desired
- 3+ years of commercial experience in a data science, machine learning, or predictive analytics role, formulating and implementing predictive analytics models
- A demonstrable scientific foundation and understanding of concepts of predictive analytics and data science such as theoretical statistics, estimation theory, simulation, consumer choice modeling, machine learning, etc.
- Solid programming skills in a general-purpose language and expertise in Python
- Exceptional analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills as well as solid communication and presentation skills with technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience and understanding of software development practice concepts and technology obtained through formal training and/or work experience
- Experience with AWS services is a plus.
Benefits
- Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
- Company provided and supplemental life insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
- A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
- A 401K plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
- A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
data sciencemachine learningpredictive analyticsstatistical modelingPythontheoretical statisticsestimation theorysimulationconsumer choice modelingadvanced analytics
Soft skills
analytical skillsdecision-makingproblem-solvingcommunication skillspresentation skills
Certifications
Master’s DegreePh.D.
