Whiteshield Data Scientist - AI Economic Unit

We are seeking a Data Scientist to extract actionable insights from our data and drive data-driven decision-making. This role will play a pivotal part in analyzing data, building predictive models, and providing valuable insights to support our business objectives.

START DATE: January 2025

Reporting To: AI Economics Lead

The Data Scientist is responsible for leveraging data analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning techniques to extract knowledge and insights from data to inform strategic decisions and solve complex business problems.

This role covers data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and the development of data-driven solutions.

The Data Scientist will be a key member of our AI Economics Team, collaborating with policy consultants, data engineers, data analysts, product owners, and stakeholders to provide valuable insights from data.

Requirements

Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can drive business decisions.

Statistic Modelling: Develop statistical models to analyze and interpret data and generate actionable insights.

Machine Learning: Apply machine learning algorithms to solve complex business problems and build predictive models.

Data Visualization: Create data visualizations and reports to communicate findings effectively.

Hypothesis Testing: Conduct hypothesis testing to validate and prove or disprove hypotheses based on data analysis.

Data Quality: Work with data engineers to ensure data quality and consistency for analysis.

Documentation: Maintain clear documentation of data analysis, modeling processes, and model performance.

Technical Skills

Data Analysis Tools: Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Python, R, or similar.

Statistical Modelling: Strong knowledge of statistical modeling techniques and tools.

Machine Learning: Proficiency in data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or matplotlib.

Hypothesis Testing: Understanding of hypothesis testing techniques and statistical significance.

API Frameworks: Strong command of API frameworks such as fast API type, postman, swagger

• SQL: Proficiency in SQL for data retrieval and transformation
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.

Experience: 2+ years of experience in data science, with a focus on data analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning

Personal Attributes

Problem Solving: Proven ability to troubleshoot and address complex data analysis and modeling challenges.

Analytical Mind: Capable of understanding complex data and business problems and extracting insights.

Communication: Effective communication skills to convey complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders.

Detail Orientated: Attention to detail in data analysis, modeling, and documentation.

Agility: Flexibility to adapt to changing data requirements and priorities.

People Orientated: Keeping individual authenticity, build meaningful connections, and firmly believe that we are stronger as One team.

Empowerment: Take ownership in work, making decisions, and initiating internal projects.

Foresight: Be a forward thinker who demonstrate hyper-awareness of market trends and look beyond the present to provide innovative and sustainable solutions.

Work Ethiic: Foster positive culture, built on integrity, transparency, and accountability, while always striving for excellence.

Benefits

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities: At Whiteshield, we are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment regardless of individual characteristics. We recognize that our employees feel appreciated when their thoughts and values are respected and considered. We're committed to maintaining and driving an inclusive culture and workplace where all talents are nurtured and feel empowered to contribute.

Celebrating Achievements: At Whiteshield, we seek to reward those who demonstrate exceptional individual achievements above and beyond expectations in the pursuit of continuously seeking excellence for our clients. When individuals excel, we show our appreciation and celebrate achievements by generously recognizing and supporting the career progression of those who make unique contributions to the firm.

Empowering Our People: At Whiteshield, we recognize that our employees are the core to our success and believe that when our exceptional talent comes together, and wellbeing is a priority - innovation thrives. We are dedicated to promoting and encouraging a healthy work-life balance and adopting a genuinely flexible working model to empower our employees to pursue a balance that suits their personal needs.