Data Scientist
Culver, CA - USA
Job Summary
Were looking for someone with a deep interest in data and analytics and the dedication to apply that passion. We need someone that possesses the technical ability to write modular packaged code and implement data science methods for a diverse set of applications as well as uncover insights from the models and communicate them concisely and clearly to stakeholders at varying levels of technical sophistication. The role also requires an observant attention to detail the ability to work well on a small team and a self-starter approach to problem-solving and upskilling.
As a Data Scientist you will:
- Work closely with team members on design and execution of experimentation efforts contributing to internal analytics libraries and integrating statistical theory
- Collaborate on prototyping new data science methodologies including Synthetic Data by translating needs identified with stakeholders into analytic frameworks that can be built into scalable user-facing tools
- Build maintain and enhance existing codebases
- Synthesize academic research tech innovations and cloud scalability into R&D that elevates business value for clients both current and prospective
- Validate AI and other analytics innovations from marketing science and data science teams globally
- Provide consulting and validation for internal teams and clients on areas ranging from statistical principles to sampling theory and data hygiene to LLM implementation
Requirements:
- High proficiency writing Python and/or R including the ability to produce and maintain reusable and modular codebases (beyond scripting and notebooks)
- Bachelors degree in Statistics Math Data Science or related
- Desire to work in a highly collaborative fun consensus-oriented environment.
- Experience in analytics extracting and surfacing value from quantitative data
- Familiarity with LLM internals prompting agentic frameworks as well as other generative AI models (e.g. tabular diffusion GANs VAEs)
- Ability to lucidly communicate data science concepts verbally and in written form
Pluses:
- Experience with Synthetic Data (i.e. Data Boosting/Augmentation Digital Twins Persona Bots AI Respondents/Panels).
- Professional or academic experience with modern techniques and algorithms in machine learning and statistical computing such as generative models neural networks genetic algorithms Bayesian modeling data fusion drivers analysis clustering predictive analytics network analysis Monte Carlo.
- Experience developing data science models in cloud platforms (e.g. GCP AWS)
- Working knowledge of SQL and experience with database design and administration.
- Experience with collaboration tools (e.g. Atlassian suite) and version control systems (e.g. Git).
- Advanced degree (M.S. Ph.D.) but not required.
- Experience in the field of Market Research.
If you dont meet 100% of the requirements we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization not just the one youre applying to!
In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law the estimated base salary range for this role is $80000 to $85000. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may include but are not limited to location work experience skills knowledge education and/or certifications.
Whats in it for you:
At Ipsos youll experience opportunities for Career Development an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO healthcare plans wellness benefits) a flexible workplace policy and a strong collaborative culture.
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Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employees individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society markets brands and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos diverse employees who compile and analyze this datathey are the essence of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees creating an environment that promotes inclusion and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion human rights equality and civility for every individual.
Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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