I am looking for a Data Science Director, must live in Florida
Fort Myers, FL - onsite 3 days a week
This position is responsible for running analytical experiments in a methodical manner and will regularly evaluate alternate models via theoretical approaches. This position also executes consistent statistical analysis and articulate results to management in a business format to support in decision making and analysis.
- Selecting features, building and optimizing classifiers using Big Data techniques.
- Conducts data mining using state-of-the-art methods to drive optimization and improvement of marketing techniques and business strategies.
- Works with peers to enhance data collection procedures to include information that is relevant for building analytic systems.
- Creates automated anomaly detection systems and constant tracking of its performance.
- Develops custom data models and algorithms to apply to data sets.
- Building closed-loop algorithms to power scaled personalization within the digital experience.
- Uses predictive modeling to increase and optimize customer experiences, revenue generation, ad targeting and other business outcomes.
- Works cross-functionally to gather insights which will improve marketing efforts.
- Communicates results and ideas to key decision makers.
- Assesses the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques.
- Keeps up-to-date with latest technology trends and how to best leverage machine learning, neural networks and other avenues to harness the power of the organizations vast data.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field preferred; Master’s Degree a plus
- 5-7 years of experience manipulating data sets and building statistical models
- Familiar with the following software/tools: Coding knowledge and experience with several languages: C, C++, Java, JavaScript, etc.
- Knowledge and experience in statistical and data mining techniques: GLM/Regression, Random Forest, Boosting, Trees, text mining, social network analysis, etc.
- Experience in a retail setting a plus
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Certificate in business analytics, data mining, or statistical analysis preferred
