Data Scientist

Essential Responsibilities

• Independently execute project-related tasks
• Provide ongoing project service, maintenance and process execution
• Assist in developing algorithms and predictive models and creating prototype systems, visualizations, and web applications 
• Assist in the design and analysis of experiments 
• Assemble data sets from disparate sources and analyze using appropriate quantitative methodologies, computational frameworks and systems 
• Disseminate findings to non-technical audiences through a variety of media, including interactive visualizations, reports and presentations  

Desired Skills and Experience

• 3+ years working with data and relevant computational frameworks and systems 
• 3+ years developing of probabilistic models and machine learning algorithms 
• Proficient understanding of machine learning and probability and statistics (esp. Bayesian methods)
• Exceptional problem solving skills and willingness to learn new concepts, methods, and technologies 
• Proficient in data analysis using R or Python (numpy, scipy, matplotlib, scikit-learn, pandas, etc.) programming languages 
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS/Javascript, d3.js and web application frameworks (Flask, Django, Play!, etc.) 
• Knowledge of NoSQL systems, Hadoop/map-reduce, Spark, Hbase, etc. 
• Experience in database design and SQL 
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment 
• Outstanding communication skills 

Education

• M.S. in a quantitative discipline (Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, etc.) is strongly preferred. 

MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.