About this opportunity
First American Financial Corporation lists this Data Scientist: Big Data & Predictive Analytics opportunity in santa ana, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
What We Do
Identifies business trends and problems through complex data analysis. Interprets results from multiple sources using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining independently. Designs, develops and implements the most valuable business solutions for the organization.
Essential Functions
Leverage skills in handling very large datasets to perform exploratory analysis, construct relevant variables, and perform sample design
Build complex predictive models to substantially improve business operations
Act as technical expert to recommend and develop innovative analytic solutions
Communicate and present results to internal audiences, prepare presentations and documentation of models and analytical solutions
Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used
Some experience with large datasets
Knowledge and experience with diverse statistical and data mining methods (e.g. - GLM/Regression, Trees, Clustering, PCA, SVM, Time Series analysis etc.)
Demonstrated proficiency with packages/languages such as SAS, R, or Python
Understanding of RDBs and interactive SQL programming skills
Aptitude for picking up new technologies
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Self-motivated; self-starter
Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond quickly to emergent problems
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Typical Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics or Computer Science
Master’s or PhD degree preferred
Typical Range of Experience
2-4 years of related work experience
Pay Range: $79,500-$121,000
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.
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Worksite address
santa ana, CA, 92725, US
Who can apply
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