Data Science Specialist III at Kforce Inc in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Data Science Specialist III in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities include:

• Data Science Specialist III will work independently on optimization projects for multiple business functions


• Identify and frame the optimization opportunity from understanding the business problem/opportunity


• Gather, cleanse, and transform internal and external data


• Analyze data and deliver insights via visualizations and dashboards


• Create, productionize, and maintain models/solutions that address business problems


• As a Data Science Specialist III, you will present, explain and defend results from analysis and modeling, and approach taken


• Participate in strategic planning discussions around optimizations, data science and big data analytics

REQUIREMENTS:

• Educational background in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or Industrial Engineering is a plus


• 5+ years of practical experience framing and solving optimization problems in supply chain, logistics, or operations


• 5+ years of hands-on experience with applied statistics/math and optimization techniques


• Professional experience with optimization techniques such as numerical optimization, linear programming, nonlinear programming, dynamic programming, integer programming, numerical methods, or heuristic methods


• Professional experience programming in Python


• Experience using tools such as Google or Tools, SciPy. Optimize, CPLEX, Gurobi, GAMS, LINGO, Pyomo, MATLAB, Arena, Vensim on real-world problems


• Experience building solutions in AWS is a plus


• Ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment


• Ability to communicate insights and approaches in a simple, actionable manner


• Ability to work independently and with team members from different backgrounds


• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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