Senior Data Scientist at Ocean Media

Job description
The Senior Data Scientist will work integrally with the analytics and development team to develop algorithms for the purpose of extracting and leveraging insights from data to improve accuracy of outputs and speed of optimization. The Data Scientist will be an integral member of the core team charged with developing programs and tools that derive actionable insights and identify opportunities. He/She will be relied upon for thought leadership and viewpoints rooted in the principles of data science.
Essential duties and responsibilities
· Build and develop intellectual property through the development of algorithms using machine learning approaches to data analysis
· Apply advanced data analytics and machine learning techniques to solve challenging problems
· Identify patterns and trends from large, high-dimensional datasets
· Actively identifies opportunities to gather performance insights from available data and proactively pursues opportunities to leverage secondary data and resources necessary to develop and enhance predictive models
· Assist in the creation and implementation of analytics platforms and programs
· Follows all company health and safety procedures
· Performs other related duties as required or assigned
Education and Experience
Education
Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D) in Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, or Applied Mathematics
Experience
Minimum 5-10 years related experience required
Specific knowledge required
The Data Scientist will demonstrate:
· Exceptional understanding and ability to apply quantitative statistical methods of analysis to solve complex business and marketing challenges
· Extensive knowledge of econometric and/or statistical modeling for the purpose of building predictive models
· Exceptional knowledge and experience in advanced statistical computation using statistical software packages
· Prior experience applying machine learning algorithms at scale in products
· Knowledge and experience in modern machine learning techniques
· Strong attention to detail with the ability to scrutinize large data sets for data integrity and effectively identify and treat outliers and data anomalies
· Strong ability to analyze and interpret raw data and make sound recommendations to senior executive teams and clients
· Familiarity with Tableau and/or DOMO visual reporting platforms a plus
· Strong understanding of SQL a plus
· Software engineering experience and familiarity with one or more of the following: C#, Java, Python, a plus
Ocean Media Perks:
Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
Work from anywhere in the US: At Home, In Office, or a mix of both
18 Paid company holidays and 10+ Paid Summer/Fall Fridays
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave for all new employees
Baby bonding benefit
Annual all agency retreat, as well as regional team building activities
Subsidized medical benefits
Fun thematic parties for employees
Work from home and continuing education re-imbursements available
Snacks, drinks, and catered lunches in the office
Compensation Range: $150-$200k/year. This is the pay range Ocean Media reasonably expects it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on level of experience, relevant skills, professional certifications, market pay, and demand for the role. Ocean Media reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.
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