Data scientist (Public sector)

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A career in IBM Consulting is rooted by long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe. You\'ll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio; including Software and Red Hat. Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success in IBM Consulting. In your role, you\'ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, investigate ideas outside of your role, and come up with creative solutions resulting in ground breaking impact for a wide network of clients. Our culture of evolution and empathy centers on long-term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist with a minimum of 4 years of professional experience. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in statistics, machine learning, and data analysis, with proven experience in the public sector or a government agency.

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• Lead the development and implementation of data-driven solutions that address complex challenges faced by the public sector.
  
• Design, develop, and maintain predictive models, statistical analyses, and machine learning algorithms to extract insights from large, complex datasets.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into data solutions.
  
• Conduct exploratory data analysis to uncover patterns and trends that inform strategic decision-making.
  
• Develop and implement data visualization techniques to effectively communicate insights to diverse audiences.
  
• Stay current with advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI, integrating new methodologies and tools as appropriate.
  
• Ensure all data handling practices comply with relevant data privacy laws and government regulations.
  
• Mentor junior data scientists, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
  

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• Master\'s degree or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
  
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience as a Data Scientist, with a solid background in the public sector or government agency (GDS).
  
• Expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and data mining.
  
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, and tools like Jupyter Notebooks, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
  
• Experience with big data platforms (Hadoop, Spark) and cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) is preferred.
  
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, with the capacity to work with large, complex datasets.
  
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  
• Understanding of government data privacy policies and regulations is highly desirable.
  
• Ability to work independently on projects, managing time effectively and meeting tight deadlines.
  

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• Master\'s Degree
  

Join us in leveraging data to drive innovation and efficiency in the public sector. If you\'re passionate about using data to solve real-world problems and have relevant experience in the public sector, we welcome your application.

IBM Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

*Note: Candidates without experience in public sector or a government agency will not be considered for this position.*

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• Mid-Senior level
  

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• Full-time
  

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• Engineering and Information Technology
  

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• IT Services and IT Consulting