Remote Senior Consultant - Data Scientist

Description:

• Data scientists at Thoughtworks apply deep knowledge of statistics, modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques to create business value and data insights.
• They are responsible for the strategy, implementation, productionization, and articulation of business impact.
• The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and effective communication of findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Data scientists stay updated with industry advancements, ensure data quality and security, and provide guidance to junior team members.
• Responsibilities include crafting impactful data science and machine learning solutions, conducting experiments, developing hypotheses, and implementing data science strategies that drive measurable business results.
• They must communicate technical findings clearly to stakeholders, interact with clients from diverse domains, and contribute to knowledge sharing within the data science community.
• Ethical concerns in data science, including privacy, bias, and fairness, must be addressed while adhering to ethical guidelines.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, deep learning, optimization, and other data science techniques to implement end-to-end data science projects.
• A strong understanding of specialized areas of AI, with experience in at least one (e.g., NLP, computer vision, Generative AI) is required.
• Proficiency in R, Python, or equivalent statistical/data analysis tools is necessary, along with the ability to write production-ready code that is easy to evolve and test.
• Candidates should be able to gather and preprocess large volumes of structured and unstructured data, ensuring data quality and integrity.
• Experience in analyzing datasets using statistical and visualization techniques to identify patterns, trends, and relationships is essential.
• The role requires developing and implementing machine learning models, algorithms, and predictive analytics to solve specific business problems or improve existing processes.
• Evaluating model performance using appropriate metrics and validating models for robustness and reliability is a must.
• Candidates must be able to interpret and effectively communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders through reports, presentations, and visualizations.
• Awareness of data privacy regulations and ethical standards when handling sensitive information is required.
• Professional skills include stakeholder management, resilience in ambiguous situations, conflict management, coaching and mentoring abilities, and a commitment to technical excellence.

Benefits:

• Thoughtworks offers a unique career development path tailored to individual aspirations, balancing autonomy with a supportive cultivation culture.
• Employees have access to interactive tools, numerous development programs, and a collaborative environment that encourages growth.
• The company values helping each other succeed, fostering a culture of empowerment in career journeys.
• Joining Thoughtworks means being part of a global technology consultancy that drives digital innovation and values curiosity, innovation, passion, and dedication.