Qualifications:
- Education: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in data science, analytics, or a related field.
- Proven experience in consulting or client-facing roles is highly desirable.
- Strong portfolio of completed data science projects, preferably with measurable business impact.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python
- Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms and techniques
- Experience with data manipulation and analysis using SQL
- Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
- Client-focused with the ability to build strong relationships and deliver high-quality service.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Certifications (optional):
- Data Science certifications
Machine learning certifications
Roles & Responsibilities
- Client Collaboration: Engage with clients to understand their business objectives, data needs, and challenges. Provide expert guidance on data-driven decision-making and strategy development.
- Data Analysis: Collect, clean, and analyze structured and unstructured data from various sources. Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify patterns, trends, and insights.
- Model Development: Develop and deploy machine learning models, statistical models, and algorithms to solve business problems. Use tools such as Python, R, SQL, and machine learning libraries (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Data Visualization & Reporting: Create clear, actionable visualizations and dashboards using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or matplotlib to communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem Solving: Provide innovative solutions to complex business challenges through data-driven methodologies. Continuously assess and improve models and analytics processes to optimize performance.
- Consulting & Training: Lead workshops and training sessions to educate clients on data science techniques and tools. Offer advice on data strategy, infrastructure, and best practices.
- Project Management: Lead and manage multiple client projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions. Collaborate with other team members, such as data engineers and business analysts, to meet project goals.
- Research & Development: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in data science and machine learning. Contribute to the development of new methods and solutions that can be applied to future projects