Data Scientist (statistics, machine learning, python)

NielsenIQ Advanced Analytics team develops and promotes a portfolio of global products. Leveraging NielsenIQ’s unparalleled data and global platforms, the Advanced Analytics team creates solutions to enable our clients to make better business decisions every day. We partner with Product Owners and Core Technology Teams to build scalable, always on, analytic products using relevant modeling/ML techniques.

We’re looking for a passionate and talented Senior Data Scientist to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll have the chance to roll up your sleeves and apply data science methods and analytics to sustain NielsenIQ Analytics growth. Successful candidates are intellectually curious builders and active learners who are biased toward action and new problem solving.

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Understand business issues, stakeholder requirement and expectations
• Perform relevant modeling analysis and POC exploring multiple techniques
• Ensure Analytics model quality
• Document and present findings and recommendations on methodology in a structured way to various stakeholder or partnering teams (Engineering, Tech, Product leader…).
• Work closely with the Engineering and Tech team to convert those POC into fully scalable products.
• Active and effective collaboration with other project team members (other Data Scientist, Data Steward, Technology Engineer…)
• Stay abreast of developments in the area to ensure bringing the most appropriate solutions to our business

Qualifications

About You

You’ve built a decent track record in research and data analytics. And you have the communication chops to translate it all into conversations. While you’ve worked with global cross-functional teams, you can also put your head down and focus on independent projects. Seeing the big picture takes attention to detail. Keeping up with the fast-changing world of technology takes someone who recognizes that. You know what’s happening in big data and you’re ready to influence what’s next.

• Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a closely related field
• 3+ years of experience as a Data Scientist in the business
• Strong theoretical knowledge of statistical modelling and foundational mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop advanced statistical models, machine learning algorithms and computational algorithms and apply to it is the business domain
• Experience in working on distributed or cloud computing platforms such as Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure
• Proficiency in Data Science coding languages like Python, PySpark and SQL in a cloud-based environment like DataBricks
• Proficiency in SQL working with large datasets
• Experience using collaborative development tools (git…).
• Experience working with Agile methodologies (SCRUM)
• Strong problem solving and excellent communication skills, independent working style

Additional Information

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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