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Data Science Junior Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Sr. Data Engineer

Madison, WI

$115K - $138K/yr

This includes mentoring, coaching, and technical guidance for junior members of the team. * Build ... Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or ...

Sr. Data Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

$115K - $138K/yr

This includes mentoring, coaching, and technical guidance for junior members of the team. * Build ... Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or ...

Sr. Data Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

$115K - $138K/yr

This includes mentoring, coaching, and technical guidance for junior members of the team. * Build ... Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or ...

WI · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Profile The senior data scientist is responsible for designing, deploying, securing and managing ... Character Traits * Senior mindset: coaches junior engineers and monitors platform standards.

Guide junior engineers on specific technical problems and code quality. * Contribute to design ... Education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Data Science, or a related ...

Guide junior engineers on specific technical problems and code quality. * Contribute to design ... Education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Data Science, or a related ...

Guide junior engineers on specific technical problems and code quality. * Contribute to design ... Education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Data Science, or a related ...

Zero Trust Data Engineer JR

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$112K - $135K/yr

Junior Cybersecurity Data Engineer (Zero Trust & Asset Intelligence) Role Overview We are seeking ... Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a ...

Leads knowledge-sharing sessions with junior analysts. * Build relationships with peers, such as ... Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, business or related field ...

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Finance Data Analyst

Madison, WI · On-site

$86K - $95K/yr

Leads knowledge-sharing sessions with junior analysts. * Build relationships with peers, such as ... Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, business or related field ...

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Leads knowledge-sharing sessions with junior analysts. * Build relationships with peers, such as ... Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, business or related field ...

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Senior AI Engineer - SFL Scientific

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Leverage advanced technical skills in modern data architecture, data science engineering, data ... Mentor, motivate, and coach junior members on technical best practices and inspire professional ...

Senior Platform & Analytics Analyst

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

... data quality and compliance, mentoring junior analysts, and monitoring KPIs to present insights to leadership. Minimum Job Requirements Education * Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science ...

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Data Science Junior information

See Wisconsin salary details

$34.8K

$80.1K

$128.7K

How much do data science junior jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for data science junior in Wisconsin is $80,094.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $82,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data science junior?

A Data Science Junior is an entry-level role in data science where professionals assist in analyzing data, building models, and generating insights. They work under the guidance of senior data scientists, helping with data cleaning, visualization, and basic machine learning tasks. This role requires proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, knowledge of statistics, and familiarity with data manipulation tools. It serves as a foundation for gaining hands-on experience and advancing in the data science field.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a data science junior?

As a Data Science Junior, your daily tasks often include cleaning and preparing data sets, conducting exploratory data analyses, and supporting the development of predictive models under the guidance of senior team members. You may also assist in visualizing data and preparing reports to help communicate insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaboration is a key part of the role, as you'll frequently work with data engineers, analysts, and business teams to understand project goals. These responsibilities help you build foundational skills and gain exposure to a variety of real-world data problems early in your career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data science junior?

To thrive as a Data Science Junior, a strong understanding of statistics, mathematics, and data analysis is essential, often supported by a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with programming languages like Python or R, as well as tools such as SQL and visualization platforms, is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a willingness to learn make candidates stand out in this role. These skills enable efficient data exploration, clear communication of insights, and successful collaboration on data-driven projects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Data Science jobs in Wisconsin?

The most popular types of Data Science jobs in Wisconsin are:

What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Data Science Junior jobs?

Cities in Wisconsin with the most Data Science Junior job openings:

Infographic showing various Data Science Junior job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,094 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

$115K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Abbott rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 138 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

175th of 542 rated manufacturers


Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:
Position Overview

As a Senior Data Engineer, this seasoned professional will demonstrate competence and creativity in a wide range of technical areas. This role will have a lead role in the design, development, and testing of software applications for Exact Sciences, creating expert design concepts and foolproof debugging. This role will be able to resolve most issues and problems effectively with minimal oversight, communicate effectively with business stakeholders and mentor junior team members. This role will routinely make key decisions for the team, be accountable for application quality, and be highly productive.

Working in our Data Engineering teams, you will collect and analyze data to develop robust IT solutions that deliver advanced data analytics capabilities to the organization. You will develop database architectures to address business requirements, ensuring system scalability, security, performance, and reliability. Additionally, you will design and document database applications such as interfaces, data transfer mechanisms, and data partitions to enable efficient access of the generic database structure.

This role is based in Madison, WI.

Essential Duties

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Has complete knowledge, skills, and understanding of practices for complex programs and initiatives demonstrating creativity and substantial understanding of specialized techniques, processes, procedures.

  • Troubleshoot issues and problems of medium complexity for major software applications; break down complex tasks, make reasonable decisions, investigate and fix bugs, and operate independently.

  • Initiate independent designs that impact and influence the department's delivery and approach. Lead reviewing design alternatives, problems, and solutions with an eye on limiting the need for later problem solving.

  • Consistently influence and make significant decisions within a project, demonstrating good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions based in a solid understanding of business strategy and best practices with minimal instructions for difficult or unpredictable situations.

  • Contribute individual capabilities to the achievement of group objectives, and work effectively with others in a group setting. This includes mentoring, coaching, and technical guidance for junior members of the team.

  • Build successful internal and external partnerships with peers, SMEs, stakeholders, and decision-makers.

  • Communicate clear and concise project plans/designs and status updates for a project.

  • Ability to work nights and/or weekends, as needed.

  • Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.

  • Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.

  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

  • Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or Engineering; or High School Diploma/General Education Degree and 4 years of relevant experience as outlined in the essential duties in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.

  • Complete knowledge and full understanding of software development design and development, and relevant domain specific skills (see below).

  • Spark on Snowflake or Databricks.

  • Python, Scala, SQL development.

  • ETL data pipelines.

  • Designing and implementing data modeling solutions using relational, dimensional, and/or NoSQL databases.

  • Database architecture testing methodology, including execution of test plans, debugging, and testing scripts and tools.

  • Big Data file formats (Parquet, Avro, Delta Lake).

  • Cloud Infrastructure services (i.e., AWS, SQS, S3, and GitLab).

  • Agile development tools; including, but not limited to, JIRA, Confluence repository.

  • RestAPI development.

  • Tableau, ideally including performance optimization.

  • Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in country where work will be performed on a full or part-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced understanding of Model Context Protocol (MCP), including consuming packaged MCP integrations (e.g., Atlassian), configuring custom MCP servers, and developing MCP and skills integrations to extend AI tooling within data workflows.

  • Familiarity with customer data platform (CDP) concepts, Braze or other patient/provider communications workflows/processes.

The base pay for this position is

$78,000.00 - $156,000.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:Product DevelopmentDIVISION:ONCO Cancer DiagnosticsLOCATION:United States > Madison : 1 Exact LaneADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:StandardTRAVEL:NoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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