Data Scientist
Overall Responsibilities
- Independently execute project-related tasks
- Provide ongoing project service, maintenance, and process execution
- Develop algorithms and predictive models
- Create prototype systems, i.e. data pipelines, visualizations, and web applications
- Assist in the design and analysis of experiments
- Assemble data sets from disparate sources and analyze using appropriate quantitative methodologies, computational frameworks, and systems
- Disseminate findings to non-technical audiences through a variety of media, including interactive visualizations, reports, and presentations
Desired Skills and Experience
- 3+ years working with data and relevant computational frameworks and systems
- 3+ years developing probabilistic models and machine learning algorithms
- Proficient understanding of machine learning and probability and statistics (esp. Bayesian methods)
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new concepts, methods, and technologies
- Proficient in data analysis using R or Python (numpy, scipy, matplotlib, scikit-learn, pandas, etc.) programming languages
- Experience in SQL and database design
- Experience using web services (S3, Spark, etc) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes) preferred
- Knowledge of web application tools (R Shiny, HTML/CSS/Javascript, and web application frameworks) preferred
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Education
- M.S. in a quantitative discipline (Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, etc.) is strongly preferred.
MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.
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