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Data Scientist identifies trends, patterns, and anomalies found in big data sets by performing extensive data analysis to develop insights. Performs data mining, cleaning, and aggregation processes to prepare data, implement data models, conduct analysis, and develop databases. Being a Data Scientist interprets results from multiple structured and unstructured data sources using programming, statistical, and analytical techniques and tools. Collaborates with teams to understand each data analysis projects' underlying purpose, focus, and objectives. Additionally, Data Scientist designs, develops, and implements the most valuable data-driven solutions for the organization. May require a master's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager. The Data Scientist work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Data Scientist typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Data Scientist
  • Data Society
  • Richmond, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Data Scientist is responsible for overseeing the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data. Their duties include sifting through data to create organized categories, comparing data to current processes specific to power grid systems, and creating reports outlining business predictions using Python and BI tools. The Data Scientist will support data-centric consulting projects specific but not limited to forecast modeling. Work experience in Python, data analysis, and forecasting is strongly preferred. Experience working for a utility or power company is strongly preferred for this role.


    Responsibilities
    • Research and devise innovative forecasting methods for short-term and long-term predictions.
    • Extract, transform, and load data using a variety of data formats.
    • Conduct new research, identify and incorporate new data sources as needed to create comprehensive data streams.
    • Create reports and presentations for business use cases.
    • Correlate results with actionable insights.
    • Communicate findings and present them to business stakeholders and subject matter experts, utilizing the skill to communicate complex concepts in a simple way.
    • Keep current with technical, economic, and industry developments.
    • Apply algorithms and models to solve business needs; perform error analysis and tune models to improve results; clean and validate data for uniformity and accuracy.
    • Collaborate with product design and engineering teams to develop an understanding of reporting needs Implement analytical models in production by collaborating with software developers and machine-learning engineers.

    Qualifications
    • Five or more years of experience in data analysis, with knowledge of different forecast modeling techniques.
    • Advanced degree in data science, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or engineering or a similar field of study.
    • Proficiency with data mining, mathematics, statistical analysis, machine learning.
    • Advanced experience in pattern recognition and predictive modeling.
    • Experience working with databases and ability to extract and manipulate data using at least one of SQL variants.
    • Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, R).
    • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau).
    • Experience with version control tools (e.g. GitHub, Bitbucket).
    • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, research-oriented group that has several concurrent projects.
    • Exceptional technical writing skills.
    • Work experience in Python, data analysis, and forecasting is strongly preferred.
    The ideal candidate is local to the Richmond, VA or Washington, DC metro area and able to meet criminal history and citizenship requirements for federal contracts. In addition to that, the ideal candidate is to demonstrate education or experience in Python, data analysis, and forecast modeling. Current salary range is $110,000-$120,000 though we are open to negotiation. This position is eligible for full benefits including health, medical, dental, short and long-term disability, and life insurance, as well as our 401k, transit subsidy, unlimited PTO, and 15 paid holidays during 2024.


    Affirmative Action Statement

    At Data Society, we don't just accept differences - we celebrate them, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Data Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

    We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters.
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DATA SCIENTIST
  • Data and Analytic Solutions, Inc. (DAS)
  • Fairfax, VA FULL_TIME
  • If you are a self-motivated and highly competitive individual with at least a bachelor's degree, we have exciting opportunities for you. You will have an opportunity to shine, learn and dramatically i...
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Lead Data Scientist
  • Mosaic Data Science
  • Leesburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • Mosaic Data Science, located in the Northern Virginia/Washington, DC Metro area, encourages qualified lead data scientists to contact us regarding current full-time, salaried consulting opportunities ...
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Data Scientist
  • National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
  • Springfield, VA FULL_TIME
  • Data Scientists develop and apply methods to identify, collect, process, and analyze large volumes of data to build and enhance products and services. They apply advanced mathematical, statistical, an...
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Data Scientist
  • Lucid Technologies Inc
  • Arlington, VA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Mid-Level Data Scientist Location: Arlington, VA/Remote NOTE: This individual will be able to do remote work. However, this individual is required to live within driving distance of Arlingt...
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Data Scientist
  • Novul Solutions
  • Herndon, VA FULL_TIME
  • Seeking a Data Scientist to engage in high-level analytical projects for government initiatives in Herndon, VA. This role demands the development and communication of strategic graphics, computational...
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Lead Data Scientist
  • The Friedkin Group
  • Houston, TX
  • LIVING OUR VALUES All associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We s...
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Data Scientist - Optimization
  • The Friedkin Group
  • Houston, TX
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Data Scientist
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Tampa, FL
  • Deliver insights to help our clients turn data into action as a Data Scientist at GDIT. Your work will provide transform...
  • 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Data Scientist Lead
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Home Office, MD
  • At GDIT, people are our differentiator. Our work depends on a Data Scientist Manager joining our team to support Centers...
  • 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Data Scientist/Senior Data Scientist
  • Knowli Corp dba Knowli Data Science
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Knowli Data Science is looking for experienced data scientists to join our nationally gr...
  • 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Data Scientist/Senior Data Scientist
  • Knowli Corp dba Knowli Data Science
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance...
  • 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Data Scientist
  • Zillow
  • Mexico City, CDMX
  • About the team Zillow Group’s mission is to give people the power to unlock life's next chapter. We are seeking a Data S...
  • 4/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Data Scientist
  • Zillow
  • Mexico City, CDMX
  • About the team Zillow Group’s mission is to give people the power to unlock life's next chapter. As part of the Growth D...
  • 4/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Virginia

Virginia (/vərˈdʒɪniə/ (listen)), officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States located between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" due to its status as the first English colonial possession established in mainland North America and "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of ...
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Income Estimation for Data Scientist jobs
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What does a Data Scientist do?

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