WSI is seeking a Director of Data Science and Analytics to lead the development of weather-driven analytics solutions for major industries. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in data science, predictive modeling, and team management, with a strong focus on utilizing large datasets to drive business decisions
Job Summary
The role involves building WSI's capabilities in data sciences by working closely with leaders to create models used by customers for critical weather-related decisions.
Candidates must have considerable experience in technology management and deploying predictive models into production for B2B clientele across aviation, energy, insurance, and media markets.
The ideal leader will interface with senior-level clients to evangelize solutions while attracting, developing, and retaining a high-performing team of data science professionals.
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WSI is seeking a Director of Data Science and Analytics to lead the development of weather-driven analytics solutions for major industries. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in data science, predictive modeling, and team management, with a strong focus on utilizing large datasets to drive business decisions.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
10 years experience in data sciences
Deploying predictive models into production
Managing large scale big data projects
Statistical Natural Language Processing
Advanced statistical methods for structured data
Agile environment management
Nice-to-have
Evangelizing solutions to senior clients
Building performance driven culture
Intellectual curiosity foundation
White paper and presentation skills
Managing outsourced analytics providers
Key Requirements
Masters degree in applied statistics or related field
10 years relevant experience in data sciences
Experience managing big data projects like Hadoop or MapReduce