Senior Data Scientist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• You will create innovative models and algorithms that empower our clients to make informed decisions regarding promotions and pricing.

• You will integrate new functionalities into Cognira’s forecasting platform.

• You will be accountable for delivering forecast and strategy solutions utilizing Cognira’s forecasting platform.

• You will employ a diverse array of statistical and quantitative analyses to tackle real-world business challenges effectively.

• You will engage in processing, cleansing, and ensuring the accuracy of data used for analysis.

• You will assist in developing and sustaining comprehensive visualizations through data interpretation and analysis.

• You will write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

• You will collaborate with subject matter experts from other teams and business representatives from our clients to enhance your learning.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong academic background in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or the physical sciences.

• In-depth knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence.

• Capability to devise innovative solutions or design algorithms that meet real-world client requirements.

• Proficient in Python with at least 5 years of experience, including expertise in key frameworks such as Pandas, PySpark, or NumPy.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Commitment to maintaining high code quality while working within a shared repository.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and deliver presentations.

• A passion for learning and mastering new technologies and techniques.

• A collaborative spirit, with a willingness to share ideas and adopt the best practices.

• You are determined, focused, self-reliant, and maintain an optimistic outlook.

• Preferably, you possess retail experience.

• Experience in a distributed development environment using git and Jira is advantageous.

• Familiarity with scaled data environments utilizing Spark and Kubernetes is a plus.

• Experience working in a Linux environment is beneficial.

• A Ph.D. degree is highly regarded.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and equity stock plans available for all employees.

• Paid time off during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.

• Excellent medical insurance and a 401K plan with matching contributions.

• Complimentary lunches on Wednesdays, along with access to a gym in our office building offering free classes ranging from yoga to kickboxing.

• A recreational game room for occasional table tennis competitions or shuffleboard games.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 21 paid days off plus major national holidays in the US.

• Unlimited Work From Anywhere days each year.

• Casual dress code, along with free snacks, drinks, and social events!

• Mentorship Program allowing you to be either a mentor or a mentee.

• Bonus for our Referral Program.

• A welcome pack that includes a laptop and all necessary IT equipment for your work.