Senior ​Data ​Scientist at dataffirm

  • Limassol, Cyprus
  • Ημερομηνία ανάρτησης 11/12/2017
  • Εμφανίσεις 410
Επισκόπηση θέσης εργασίας

dataffirm is an alternative investment manager that uses advanced data science to make investment decisions. We use “big data» against which we apply a range of Artificial Intelligence techniques including NLP, machine learning and pattern recognition.

We are an independent privately owned company founded by our management and EQT, a leading global private equity firm. The company has secured approximately $20m in venture finance.

Our employees have previously worked at the world’s leading technology and financial services firms and educated at the world’s leading institutions.

About the role

As a Senior Data Scientist your primary role will be to apply advanced machine learning techniques to transform unstructured data into a usable form.

Your duties will include but won’t be limited to:

● Developing cutting edge algorithms, building models and analysing large datasets
● Deriving meaning and actionable insights from the data
● Working with predictive modelling and time series data
● Applying advanced machine learning algorithms e.g. Neural networks and XGBoost
● Applying advanced predictive analytics and machine learning techniques to various datasets
● Applying dimensionality reduction techniques
● Ensuring the completion of projects on-time, on budget and that meet the business
requirements
● Leading, mentoring and assisting junior members of the team

Skills and experience

● A degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics or a related discipline
● Strong programming experience in Python
● Familiarity with Java, R and Spark but not essential
● Excellent understanding on advanced machine learning techniques, predictive modelling and time series data
● Experience with multiple big data technologies and tools
● More than 4+ years experience working in a commercial environment
● Excellent communication skills
● Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum methodology

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