Principal Data Scientist

Job Description

Job Summary

Effectv’s Data Science is growing and hiring a Principal Data Scientist. As a technical leader in the Effectv’s Data Science organization, you will be responsible for researching and applying complex, cutting edge, and scalable algorithms to deliver valuable data and insights to our internal/ external stakeholders. You’ll work with a team of talented data scientists, Big Data engineers, and software developers as you play a key role in developing and delivering the next generation AI/ML solutions to the business. In collaboration with colleagues and leaders, the Principal Data Scientist is responsible for determining long-term vision and providing guidance and analytical support. Your people's first attitude will empower and motivate data scientists to push their abilities to the limit and deliver extraordinary data science products to our business customers.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Lead complex interdepartmental data science programs that incorporate solutions across one or more technologies.
• Develop data mining, machine learning, statistical and graph-based algorithms designed to analyze massive data sets for business insights and partner with the data engineering team to ensure accurate implementation and usage of algorithms.
• Review and evaluate data scientist programs enterprise level to determine appropriate use of algorithm-driven products and solutions.
• Educate other departments on data science methodologies, concepts and algorithmic advancements.
• Lead a small group of less experienced team members on analytical projects or on cross-functional teams. Frequently serves as team lead on multiple projects, mentor and train junior team members.
• Lead development and implementation of scalable big-data driven solutions for accurate targeting of users with relevant business treatments and efficient algorithmic inventory. Manage challenges associated with investigating and understanding large datasets and building models based on Big Data solutions.
• Define enterprise data strategy and data monetization processes through analysis of rich streams of unstructured data to find correlations between events and see opportunities to optimize defined desired outcomes.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Masters/PhD in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Mathematics, Machine Learning, AI, Statistics, or equivalent) preferred.
• Advanced relationship management and interpersonal skills, including partnering and advising senior leaders and external customers.
• A team leader, confident in your business acuity, analytics expertise and communication / coordination skills to push through ambiguity and up-skill those around you.
• Strong intuition for business, passion for driving strategy, making big changes, and influencing others. You have a history of having measurable impact in close collaboration with operational colleagues.
• Experience in using data science methodologies to solve complex business problems (e.g. statistical analysis, research science, machine learning and deep learning techniques, data modeling, regression modeling, demand modeling, etc.), as well as key assumptions and parameters impacting performance.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in several of the following areas: machine learning, statistical modeling, NLP, deep learning, demand forecasting (statistical or algorithmic).
• Expert /Specialization in either of these areas: Supply Chain optimization (i.e. problems dealing with Optimization of Scheduling, Demand Forecasting; Experimental design; Recommendation engines and personalization systems; Price optimization; Multi-touch Attribution

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• Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
• Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
• Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
• Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
• Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
• Drive results and growth.
• Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.
• Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer:

• This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

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Education

Master's Degree

Relevant Work Experience

10 Years +

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Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.