Tiger Analytics - Data Scientist - Timeseries Forecasting

Key Responsibilities:

• Forecasting & Modeling: Design, build, and deploy end-to-end forecasting models using statistical and machine learning techniques (e.g., ARIMA, Prophet, deep learning models, XGBoost).
• Big Data Processing: Utilize PySpark to process, clean, and engineer features from massive, distributed datasets.
• Data Analysis & Insights: Analyze large-scale datasets to identify trends, seasonality, and key drivers. Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable business insights for stakeholders.
• Pipeline & MLOps: Develop and maintain automated data and forecasting pipelines in a production environment. Implement best practices for model monitoring, version control (e.g., Git), and model performance tracking.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineering, business intelligence, and business leaders, to understand requirements and ensure solutions align with business goals.
• Communication: Present complex methodologies and results to both technical and non-technical audiences, influencing strategic decisions with data-driven recommendations.
• Research & Development: Stay up-to-date on industry trends and advancements in forecasting methodologies and tools. Propose and implement innovative solutions to improve forecast accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in a data science, forecasting, or advanced analytics role.
• Education: A bachelors or masters degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related discipline is required.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in Python with a deep understanding of relevant libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, statsmodels, Prophet, PyTorch/TensorFlow).
• Proven proficiency with PySpark for large-scale data manipulation and model building.
• Strong knowledge of SQL for data extraction and analysis.
• Experience with Azure cloud platform & Data Bricks.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and storytelling abilities to convey complex ideas.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with a continuous learning approach.