Data Scientist in Halifax, NS

Data Scientist Job Description

Data scientists develop innovative solutions to business challenges by applying their mathematical and analytical skills to detect patterns in very large datasets. Their work improves the performance of information systems and databases and leads to technological advancements and efficiencies, such as better networking technology, faster computing speeds and improved data security. Candidates must have strong analytical, data mining, multivariate statistical modelling and quantitative analysis skills, as well as experience in programming languages — commonly Python or Java — and writing SQL queries for data manipulation. In addition, they require experience querying databases and using statistical computer languages (R, Python, SLQ, etc.) and working with distributed data/computing tools (Map/Reduce, Hadoop, Hive, Spark, Gurobi, MySQL, etc.) Most employers require five to 10 years of experience in Computer Science or Information Systems, as well as a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline.

Typical duties of a data scientist:

Assessing the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques

Developing and executing technical visions, including planning, technical decision making and project management in order to support business decisions and company growth

Developing custom data models and algorithms to apply to data sets

Presenting complex analyses as action-oriented recommendations

Managing and merging data from multiple sources and generating reports

Reviewing applications, data sets and models for anomalies to ensure accuracy

Applying effective algorithms to large-scale data modelling

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Salary for Data Scientist in Halifax, NS

95136 - 143055

25th percentile

95136

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

116875

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

143055

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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