Senior Data Scientist

Ritchie Bros

Westchester, IL

Full Time

Senior

about 2 months ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Senior Data Scientist will play a key role in fulfilling Machine Learning (ML) and advanced analytics initiatives. This includes building supervised and unsupervised ML models, working closely with various teams within the RBGlobal ecosystem to implement scalable solutions that drive growth and efficiency. The role involves leveraging deep knowledge of data best practices to ensure the use of appropriate data sources for advanced analysis of customer and business data, including customer behavior and listings data. Not all projects will involve machine learning, but the focus is on delivering data-analytic services with a strong business orientation.

Key Responsibilities

Experiment and model design
Model development and evaluation
Meeting with and reporting to stakeholders
Solving operational challenges with business units
Sourcing, cleaning, and understanding data
Lead some projects while assisting senior data scientists on more advanced ML initiatives
Perform data validation and quality assurance
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

5-7 years of demonstrated business impact through the conception, delivery, and scaling of machine learning and other analytic approaches
Ability to mentor other data scientists and analysts
Excellent verbal and written skills in English
Exceptional attention to detail
Experience working on an Agile development team
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment