Senior Consultant Data Scientist

Excella

$110K — $164K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Arlington, VA
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in predictive analytics with tools like Python, R, or Scala.
  • 3+ years of experience writing complex SQL queries for data manipulation.
  • Extensive background in machine learning techniques, including deep learning and NLP.
  • Proficiency with large-scale data platforms such as Hadoop and Spark.
  • Experience with AWS services for data processing and model deployment.
  • Strong ability to convert business challenges into data-driven solutions.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD processes in data science pipelines.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and execution of impactful data science projects.
  • Collaborate with client stakeholders to frame data-driven strategies.
  • Oversee data acquisition and ensure data integrity.
  • Implement machine learning models to address intricate business challenges.
  • Facilitate the integration of predictive models within business operations.
  • Optimize model performance and establish ongoing monitoring protocols.
  • Communicate complex findings to executive stakeholders, translating them into actionable business strategies.
  • Mentor team members on data science best practices.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for an annual bonus based on firmwide goals.
  • Collaboration with high-level stakeholders and executives.
  • Support for continuous learning and development in data science technologies.
  • Mentorship opportunities within the team framework.
Full Job Description
Overview

Senior Data Scientists at Excella leverage advanced statistical, machine learning, and data visualization techniques to drive meaningful insights and solutions for client projects. They collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable analytics and ensure the effective communication of complex quantitative findings.

Responsibilities:

  • Take ownership of the design and execution of data science projects, ensuring high-impact analytics solutions.
  • Partner with client stakeholders to understand business challenges and develop data-driven strategies.
  • Oversee data acquisition and integration, ensuring data quality and reliability.
  • Apply and refine machine learning and predictive modeling techniques to solve complex business problems.
  • Guide the deployment and integration of predictive models into business applications.
  • Develop and implement strategies for optimizing model performance and monitoring over time.
  • Present findings and recommendations to executives, translating complex data concepts into actionable business strategies.
  • Mentor and support junior and senior team members in data science methodologies and best practices.
  • Influence data governance and best practices within the organization.


Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in predictive analytics using tools like Python, R, or Scala.
  • 3+ years of experience writing complex SQL queries for data extraction and transformation.
  • Extensive experience applying machine learning techniques, including deep learning and NLP.
  • Expertise in working with large-scale data platforms, including Hadoop, Spark, and cloud-based solutions.
  • Proficiency leveraging AWS services to support large-scale data processing, analytics, and model deployment in production environments.
  • Proven ability to translate business problems into data science solutions.
  • Knowledge and experience in implementing CI/CD in data science pipelines.
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including executives.
  • Experience leading projects within Agile Scrum frameworks.
  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to drive decision-making based on data insights.
  • Familiarity with DevOps Research and Assessment (DORA) and its application in analytics.
  • Continuous learning mindset with a passion for staying up to date on emerging data science technologies.


This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary that Excella reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top or bottom of the range.

Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus in addition to the base salary. This variable pay opportunity is dependent upon the attainment of shared firmwide goals and objectives as determined by Excella's Executive Team. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.

Should your experience and knowledge qualify you for a different position or title within Excella, we may consider you for positions that better align with your qualifications. In that case, we will provide the range for those positions as well.

Pay Range

$110,000-$164,000 USD

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