Data Scientist
Irving, TX, United States
When you join Verizon Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We’re a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together—lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you’re fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you’ll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife.
What you’ll be doing... This candidate will perform analytics, create predictive models, apply machine learning techniques, and/or develop GenAI methods for high-visibility projects, as a member of a collaborative and open team that prides themselves on innovative solutions. The data scientist will explore information from multiple sources in order to gain maximum insight and provide a competitive advantage. The “data science” tasks may include statistical analyses, knowledge discovery, data mining, machine learning, and predictive modeling.
Responsibilities will include:
Performing data studies of new and diverse data sources.
Conducting statistical modeling and experiment design.
Discovering “stories” told by the data and present them to peers, software developers, business analysts and business managers.
Creating and validating predictive models and advanced algorithms; train AI and machine learning algorithms.
What are we looking for: You’ll need to have: Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
Six or more years of analytics and data science experience
Strong knowledge of programming and pattern recognition.
Mastery of statistics, machine learning, algorithms, predictive modeling, and advanced mathematics.
Knowledge of deep learning and GenAI techniques is.
Experience working with networking (and preferably also security) data.
Knowledge of performance metrics seen in software defined networks, physical networks, and wireless data.
Experience using SQL (Structured Query Language) and other programming languages (R, C++, Python) for statistical computing, graphics, and data mining.
Experience with RDBMS, columnar, and NoSQL database technologies.
Experience with Big Data and related tools such as Hadoop or Spark .
Familiarity with tools such as R, Rstudio, Python scipy and numpy, Jupyter notebook is desired.
Even better if you have one or more of the following: Advanced Degree in one of: Computer Science, Data Science, Physics (or other science), Engineering, or Mathematics/Statistics
Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to relate them to Verizon business processes and operations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to bridge the gap between data science and business management.
Ability to collaborate with business units, IT, and data scientists across the enterprise to support descriptive and predictive analytics processes.
Strong exploratory analysis skills and ability to think and research creatively.
If Verizon and this role sound like we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Equal Employment Opportunity We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefits, short term incentives, 401(k) Savings Plan, stock incentive programs, paid time off, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances. If you are hired into a California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island or Washington work location, the compensation range for this position is between $128,000.00 and $284,000.00 annually based on a full-time schedule. The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.