Discovery

Data Scientist/Statistician

Discovery

45580 Terminal Dr, Sterling, VA 20166, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelBachelors
Job Description

Apply data mining techniques to cleanse and explore large, complex data sets in preparation for further analysis. Apply appropriate data reduction, feature selection, and feature engineering techniques. Develop, validate, and operationalize sound mathematical and statistical algorithms and models, with an eye toward deploying on large scale systems. Develop and implement hypothesis tests. Review, make enhancements to, and execute operationalized algorithms and models. Develop data products to communicate insights to business partners. Provide regular updates to and receive strategic direction from team lead. Meet with business partners to flush out use cases and key requirements.

Where is this job?
This job is located at 45580 Terminal Dr, Sterling, VA 20166, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Minimum of 5+ years proven business experience and technical expertise in data science

  • Applied experience with inferential statistical approaches

  • Expertise in statistical programming languages

  • Experience cleansing and preparing large, complex datasets for analysis

  • Familiarity with data visualization applications, like Tableau or RShiny

Required Skills
  • Python

  • Time Management

  • SciPy

  • R

  • Apache Spark

  • NumPy

  • Regression

  • Multilevel modeling

  • Time series analysis

  • Scikit- learn

  • Generalized linear modelling

Soft Skills
  • Verbal communication

  • written communication

  • Self-Motivated

  • Adaptability

  • Results-Driven

  • Detail Oriented and Organized

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Data Scientist/Statistician in 45580 Terminal Dr, Sterling, VA 20166, USA is $97,000 to $109,000 per year. This salary range is based on the average salaries posted by employers in the area.

Additional Information
Discovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedJanuary 14th, 2021
Apply BeforeJuly 20th, 2025
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About Discovery

Discovery Inc. is a global media company that provides content across multiple distribution platforms, including digital distribution arrangements, throughout the world. The company operates following business segments: U.S. Networks, International Networks and Education. The U.S. Networks segment wholly owns and operates nine national television networks, including fully distributed television networks such as Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Investigation Discovery and Science.

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