$90.80K - $145K/yr
Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 20 days ago
Job description
Company
Farm FamilyFarm Family specializes in farm and ranch protection with a wide range of products including flexible farm packages, business owner policies, commercial package, workers compensation, commercial auto and select personal auto coverage. Farm Family is a leader in serving the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets and is pursuing growth across the U.S. The Farm Family entities are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Senior Data Scientist should be able to work on multiple projects independently and/or collaborate with other team members. The Senior Data Scientist normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work and receives general instructions on new assignments. This position requires the individual to be very analytical, methodical and should have a passion to work with large amounts of data. This position requires the individual to make sure that the analysis and modelling they perform are free from any errors/incorrect inferences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Prioritizes, scopes and manages data science projects and the corresponding key performance indicators (KPIs) for success.
Helps to define and communicate governance principles.
Generates hypotheses about the underlying mechanics of the business process and tests hypotheses using various quantitative methods.
Applies statistical analysis and visualization techniques to various data, such as hierarchical clustering, T-distributed Stochastic Neighbor Embedding (t-SNE), and principal components analysis (PCA).
Applies various ML (machine learning) and advanced analytics techniques to perform classification or prediction tasks, Integrate domain knowledge into the ML solution; for example, from an understanding of financial risk, customer journey, quality prediction, sales, marketing. Testing of ML models, such as cross-validation, A/B testing, bias and fairness
Understands new data sources and process pipelines, and catalogs/documents them, acquires access to various databases, and other source systems such as SQL or graph databases.
Trains other business and IT staff on basic data science principles and techniques.
Networks with internal and external partners.
Promotes collaboration with other data science teams within the organization (if there Is a decentralized data science practice).
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Math or related field.
Five years of experience as a Data Scientist in a reputed organization.
JOB FAMILY:
Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist
Lead Data Scientist
Salary range is $90,800 - $145,000
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Benefits and Compensation
We offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program-including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Senior Data Scientist?
A: To succeed as a Senior Data Scientist, key technical skills include expertise in machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and programming languages such as Python or R, as well as proficiency in data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI. Additionally, strong soft skills like effective communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities are crucial for guiding cross-functional teams and presenting complex data insights to stakeholders. By combining technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills, Senior Data Scientists can drive business growth, inform strategic decisions, and advance their careers through leadership opportunities and industry recognition.
Q: What is the career path for a Senior Data Scientist?
A: A Senior Data Scientist's typical career progression involves starting as a Data Analyst or Junior Data Scientist, progressing to a Data Scientist or Senior Data Analyst role, and eventually becoming a Senior Data Scientist or Lead Data Scientist. Key opportunities for skill development and growth include mastering advanced machine learning techniques, deep learning, and programming languages such as Python and R, as well as developing expertise in data visualization, statistical modeling, and data engineering. Long-term career prospects for Senior Data Scientists may include transitioning into leadership roles, such as Director of Data Science or Chief Data Officer, or pursuing specialized roles like Data Product Manager or AI/ML Engineer.
