Data Scientist
Job SummaryOur client, a leading entertainment provider, is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join their team! This position is a 1 year contract, hybrid 2-4 days onsite in Glendale, California.This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third-party firms or C2C arrangements for this role. Core ResponsibilitiesDevelop novel AI/ML solutions to further the company’s mission of creating innovative and engaging contentArchitect efficient data models and high-quality production pipelines and partner with Engineering for all necessary telemetryDesign, build, and deploy predictive models, machine learning algorithms, and statistical analyses to address complex business challengesIdentify trends, patterns, and insights from large datasets to inform decision-makingWork end to end from data collection, feature generation and selection, algorithm development, forecasting, visualization and communicating of model resultsThink creatively to solve complex problemsMonitor and maintain the performance of ML modelsResearch and stay up-to-date on the latest AI/ML trends and technologiesProvide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineersCollaborate with data engineering teams to ensure the quality and accessibility of dataCommunicate insights and best practices in leadershipDevelop machine learning modelsSupport financial and operational business use casesDesign advanced analytical solutionsDeploy machine learning solutionsSupport ML Operations (MLOps)Work with engineering teamsCreate solutions that are repeatable, maintainable, and scalableContribute to Snowflake-based environmentsRequired Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field5+ years of experience in data science, with a track record of delivering successful projectsMachine Learning experiencePythonSnowflakeMLOps experienceProficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or ScalaExpert-level experience working with scikit-learn, numpy, and pandas and other ML librariesSolid understanding of ML technologies, models, mathematics and statistical methodsExpert data-driven storytelling skills to convey insights to business leaders and technical stakeholders and to drive impactful decisions, with an eye for great ways to visualize dataExperience building and deploying full stack ML pipelines: data extraction, data mining, model training, feature development, testing, and deploymentMachine learning expertise was repeatedly identified as the most important qualificationCandidates should clearly demonstrate experience building ML modelsPreferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)Master’s degreeExperience with financial forecasting modelsExperience with cloud databases, such as Snowflake, databricks, and BigQueryFamiliarity with data processing tools like dbt and Airflow, UI layers like Streamlit is a big plusKey Competencies & BehaviorsAdvanced Analytical SolutionsTechnical guidance and mentorshipExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creativelyResearch and stay up-to-date on the latest AI/ML trends and technologiesWork EnvironmentLocation: Glendale, CaliforniaHybrid, 2-4 days onsiteCompensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $70.00 and $100.00 per hour Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 401K offered About KellyMitchell At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. Marketing Disclosure By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from KellyMitchell and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.careers.kellymitchell.com/privacy-policy[143325]