What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Scientist Sr - Contractor position at pnc?
Position Location: 1st preference - (Hybrid) Pittsburgh, PA: Cleveland or Strongsville, OH; Birmingham, AL; Dallas, TX; or Phoenix, AZ; 2nd preference - Remote
Summary:
The main function is to produce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasets.
Job Responsibilities:
• Apply knowledge of statistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics to recognize patterns, identify opportunities, pose business questions, and make valuable discoveries leading to prototype development and product improvement.
• Use a flexible, analytical approach to design, develop, and evaluate predictive models and advanced algorithms that lead to optimal value extraction from the data.
• Generate and test hypotheses and analyze and interpret the results of product experiments.
• Work with product engineers to translate prototypes into new products, services, and features and provide guidelines for large-scale implementation.
• Provide Business Intelligence (BI) and data visualization support, which includes, but limited to support for the online customer service dashboards and other ad-hoc requests requiring data analysis and visual support.
Must have technical skills/experience:
1. Python
2. Data Science (Scikti-Learn, XGBoost, LightGBM)
3. Spark
Statistics
Deep learning libraries (Keras/TensorFlow, PyTorch, MXNet)
Bayesian statistics
Microsoft Word & PowerPoint- general
SQL
Flex / Nice to Have Skills:
Project management is a plus
Soft skills that would make a candidate successful in this role:
Written & Communication skills
Degrees or certifications for the candidate to be successful:
Master's degree in Computer Science or Statistics/related field or relevant work experience is preferred
6-8 years of relevant experience required.
