Direct message the job poster from NCS Group AustraliaWe are NCS Australia! We have brought together Australias best tech talent, working as one to harness technology and advance our communities, to make the extraordinary happen.We''re proud of our rich history of partnering with our clients to develop end-to-end digital technology solutions to accelerate their transformation and innovation journey. For over 40+ years our diverse global teams have delivered large-scale, mission-critical, multi-platform projects to governments and enterprises.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Data Scientist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in data exploration, modeling, and feature engineering using Databricks, Python, and SparkSQL, with experience in H2O modeling. A background in FMCG domain knowledge is preferred. This role is pivotal for delivering valuable insights during the pilot phase of our data science initiatives, with potential expansion to MLOps in the future.As a Data Scientist, you will perform data analysis, cleaning, and feature engineering using Databricks, Python, and SparkSQL. You will develop predictive models using H2O, with the flexibility to switch to Python-based approaches if needed. Collaborating closely with business stakeholders, you will explain model logic and outputs to demonstrate their value. Your role will be crucial in driving insights during the pilot phase, with potential future involvement in MLOps.QualificationsProven experience with Databricks, Python, and SparkSQL for data analysis and feature engineering.Strong understanding of H2O modeling and machine learning algorithms.Experience in data modeling and statistical analysis techniques.Ability to switch to Python-based modeling when required for better results.Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Proven ability to explain technical models and their value to non-technical business stakeholders.Experience in the FMCG domain is a strong advantage.Why join us:NCS Australia is where you can feel at home, nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together, one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave, initiatives focused on your well-being, and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI-driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career, we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth.NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disabilities to apply.Work rights and background checks:To be eligible for a position with us, applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Data Scientist