Senior Data Scientist / Data Engineer

Kforce Inc • Contract • Deerfield Beach, FL, US • $75 / hour • 3d ago

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Data Scientist/Data Engineer in Deerfield Beach, FL. Duties Include:

Use Case Development: Understand various business opportunity areas and underlying data to assess potential value propositions; Including suitability for advanced analytics solutions and making recommendations on best approach
Data Analysis: Utilize statistical analysis and data mining techniques to interpret complex data sets, identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies
Model Development: Design, implement, and optimize machine learning models utilizing the Microsoft technology stack (Azure AI Foundry, Azure ML, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure Synapse Analytics) to solve supply chain challenges, including demand forecasting, optimization, and logistics planning
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including the business, end users and IT, to understand business needs and translate them into data-driven solutions
Presentation: Prepare and present findings, complex models, and statistical outputs to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and actionable insights
Deployment: Work with architects to deploy machine learning models into production environments, ensuring scalability, performance, and integration with existing systems

Requirements

Degree and or certifications in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a similar quantitative field
5+ years of experience as a data scientist, with a strong focus on supply chain management and problem-solving
Communication Skills: Ability to effectively present complex data insights and models to non-technical stakeholders
Analytical Mindset: Proven problem-solving skills with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Python and experience with data manipulation libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy)
Strong SQL and data modeling skills
Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, PyTorch)
Familiarity with Azure cloud platforms and data warehousing solutions; Experience with Azure Data Factory is helpful

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in supply chain optimization tools and methodologies particularly in the Automotive Industry
Knowledge of data visualization tools (Power BI) to communicate findings effectively
Experience with Microsoft Fabric

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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