Experienced Senior Data Scientist – Advanced Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, and Machine Learning Expertise for Strategic Business Insights and Decision Making at arenaflex

Introduction to arenaflex and the Industry

arenaflex is a leading integrated healthcare, pharmacy, and retail company with a rich history of caring for communities. With a strong presence in the industry, we are committed to creating more joyful lives through better health. Our mission is to provide high-quality services and products that meet the evolving needs of our customers and patients. As a Senior Data Scientist at arenaflex, you will play a critical role in driving business growth, improving customer experiences, and informing strategic decisions through advanced data analysis, predictive analytics, and machine learning expertise.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist to join our team at arenaflex. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will be responsible for applying advanced data science, predictive analytics, and machine learning techniques to provide insights and actionable recommendations that drive business outcomes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, research, software development, and business leadership, to define product requirements, provide analytical support, and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Builds models and tools using technical expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, risk and decision theory, and other quantitative methods. Innovates by adapting to new modeling techniques and procedures.
• Understands the business context behind large datasets and develops meaningful analytic solutions.
• Applies analytical rigor and statistical techniques to analyze large quantities of data, using advanced statistical methods, including predictive statistical models, customer profiling, segmentation analysis, survey design, analysis, and data mining. Builds recommendations and optimization algorithmic designs, performs data retrieval, complexity analysis, and scientific computing.
• Programs using tech stack Python, PySpark, Matplotlib, TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.
• Performs machine learning techniques, and supervised and unsupervised algorithms to build predictive models and prescriptive solutions to support various business use cases.
• Builds algorithms like decision trees, regression, XGBoost, K means, and anomaly detection. Interpretable ML, Bayesian theory, etc.
• Utilizes Cloud Computing on Azure/Databricks, querying in Snowflake.
• Utilizes software tools and methodologies GitHub, Continuous integration and delivery, agile methodologies.
• Collaborates with finance, researchers, software developers, and business leaders to define product requirements and provide analytical support.
• Communicates verbally and in writing to business clients and management team with diverse levels of technical expertise, instructing them about our systems, as well as sharing insights and recommendations.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience in data science, machine learning, quantitative or computational fields OR High School/GED and a minimum of 7 years of experience in data science, machine learning, quantitative or computational fields.
• M.S. in STEM, PC science, data systems, physics, mathematics, statistics, data science, machine learning, or similar.
• At least 4 years of experience working with large-scale, complex datasets to create/optimize machine learning, predictive, forecasting, and/or optimization models.
• Advanced experience in SQL, Python, PySpark or other languages.
• Advanced degree skill in exploratory data analysis, feature engineering and selection, detecting patterns, learning distributions, visualizing results, and extracting insights to support businesses in making informed data-driven decisions.
• Experience using decision trees, and building classifiers.
• Experience with supervised learning techniques (linear and logistic regression, time series modeling, generalized linear models, decision trees, support vector machines, etc.) and unsupervised learning techniques (K means, hierarchical clustering, association rules, principal components).
• Experience with Cloud ML systems, distributed computing, data pipelines, cloud data stores and serving engines.
• Experience designing and analyzing A/B experiments.
• Advanced degree skill in conveying rigorous technical standards and issues to non-experts.
• Experience working in dynamic environments and working with ambiguity, prioritizing needs, and delivering results.
• Experience effectively communicating technical solutions and advocating to research scientists, engineering teams, and business audiences.
• At least 2 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace.
• At least 2 years of direct management, indirect management, and/or cross-functional team management.
• Willing to travel up to/as a minimum of 10% of the time for business purposes (within the country and abroad).

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in STEM, PC science, data systems, physics, mathematics, statistics, data science, machine learning, or similar.
• Experience working with IoT, and Edge AI is a plus.
• Experience in Reinforcement Learning is a plus.
• Experience in Healthcare is a plus.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At arenaflex, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will have opportunities to work on complex and challenging projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and develop your skills and expertise in advanced data science, predictive analytics, and machine learning techniques. You will also have access to training and development programs, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

Work Environment and Company Culture

arenaflex is a dynamic and innovative company that values diversity, inclusion, and teamwork. Our work environment is collaborative, fast-paced, and challenging, with a focus on delivering high-quality results and exceptional customer experiences. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that supports work-life balance and employee well-being.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

arenaflex offers a competitive compensation package, including a salary range that reflects your experience and qualifications, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision
• Retirement Savings Plan – 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (PPL)
• Transportation Benefit Plan
• Employee Store Discount
• Voluntary Life & Personal Accident Insurance

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and experienced data science professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Data Scientist position at arenaflex. With your advanced data analysis, predictive analytics, and machine learning expertise, you will play a critical role in driving business growth, improving customer experiences, and informing strategic decisions. Join our team and contribute to the success of arenaflex as a leader in the healthcare, pharmacy, and retail industry.

Apply now to join our team!