Position: Senior Data ScientistClient: J M SmuckerLocation: Prefer hybrid in Orville, OHDuration: Long TermJob description:
Build advanced quantitative / statistical / machine learning algorithms and perform analyses on a variety of datasets to identify trends, patterns, correlation / causations and predict future business outcomes
Build and deploy prototype solutions to showcase ideas and proof of concepts and transition these prototype products to production according to company standards
Perform validation, testing, and documentation of newly developed predictive models. Assist in maintaining existing models and data product
Facilitate conversations and effectively communicate with team members and business partners. Involve others in decision making and take input from others when making complex decisions
Responsible for advancing relevant, informative, and user-friendly insights to help inform and influence strategic decisions across all our businesses
Become a subject matter expert and trusted adviser in data science
Mentor junior team members and foster an environment of learning and inclusion.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Engineering, or relevant field
3+ years of hands-on experience developing and applying Statistical/ML predictive methods
Proven experience conveying the results of complex analyses in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders
Deep understanding of statistical and machine learning approaches (both supervised and unsupervised) and application to business problems
Well versed in R and/or Python, with a deep understanding of relational data structures and SQL
Familiarity with Git for source control management
Experience in processing large volumes of structured and unstructured data
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role (not required):
Master’s degree
Experience in processing large volumes of structured and unstructured data related to syndicated and POS data sources
Familiarity with BI / visualization tools (Tibco Spotfire, Power BI, Tableau)
Experience with cloud computing platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure)
Experience with visualization frameworks & web development concepts (JS, HTML, CSS)
Familiarity with Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) and Retail.