What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Data Scientist position at Pride Global?
Title: Senior Data Scientist Location: New York (onsite)Contract: W2; 12-month contract (possibility of extension or conversion)Client: Fortune 5 CompanyPay Rate: $80/hr to $90/hr W2 Top 3 must-have HARD skills:Experience with hardware sensors and real-world data analysis Direct experience working with biosensors or similar hardware, and analyzing the resulting data. Signal processing expertise Ability to process time domain signals and/or medical imaging systems, which is crucial for biosensor data. Advanced programming and data manipulation 3 years of hands-on experience with Python, R, MATLAB, or SQL for data extraction, manipulation, and visualization, including proficiency with scientific computing and analysis packages (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, etc.).Good to have skills:Experience presenting findings from statistical and machine learning methods to diverse audiences. Proficiency in data structures and algorithms. Experience with data visualization libraries (Matplotlib, Pyplot, seaborn, ggplot2). Experience working with large datasets. Familiarity with scientific computing and analysis packages (dplyr, caret). Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in computer science, statistics, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, or related field.Story Behind the Need – Business Group & Key Projects:The business group is focused on biosensing R&D, aiming to develop innovative biosensor products. The need arises from ongoing and future projects that require deep data analysis of biosensor outputs to guide research and development. The Data Scientist will play a key role in analyzing complex, high-dimensional biosensor data to inform prototype development and product improvement.Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition:Impactful Work: Candidates will contribute directly to cutting-edge biosensor technology, influencing future products and R&D directions. Innovation Opportunity: The role offers the chance to work on novel data analysis challenges, prototype development, and translating research into real-world products. Collaborative Environment: Work closely with product engineers and cross-functional teams, bridging the gap between data science and hardware engineering.Typical Day in the Role:Execute and optimize distributed compute workflows for metric computation and modeling. Analyze biosensor data using statistical and machine learning techniques. Design and evaluate predictive models and advanced algorithms. Generate and test hypotheses, interpret experiment results. Collaborate with engineers to translate prototypes into products. Visualize data to support team decision-making for R&D.How will performance be measured:Quality and impact of data analysis: Ability to produce actionable insights from complex biosensor datasets. Effectiveness of predictive models and algorithms: Success in developing models that drive prototype and product improvements. Collaboration and communication: Effectiveness in working with engineers and presenting findings to diverse audiences. Contribution to R&D direction: Influence on future biosensor research and product development through data-driven recommendations. Efficiency in workflow execution: Ability to debug, optimize, and scale compute workflows for large datasetsBenefits InfoPride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.#LI-UK2#RTACompany DescriptionPride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.
Salary : $80 - $90