Data Scientist

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This role is for a Data Scientist located in Pleasanton, CA or Plano, TX, on a 6-month contract with potential for extension. Pay is $60-70/hr. Requires expertise in Python, ETL, forecasting models, and experience in grocery retail.
🌎 - Country
United States
πŸ’± - Currency
$ USD
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πŸ’° - Day rate
560
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πŸ—“οΈ - Date discovered
September 12, 2025
πŸ•’ - Project duration
Unknown
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🏝️ - Location type
On-site
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πŸ“„ - Contract type
Unknown
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πŸ”’ - Security clearance
Unknown
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πŸ“ - Location detailed
Pleasanton, CA
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🧠 - Skills detailed
#"ETL (Extract #Transform #Load)" #Data Science #Forecasting #Python #Data Engineering
Role description
Title: Data Scientist Location: Pleasanton, CA or Plano, TX Duration: 6-month contract + extension to 1 year Pay Range: 60-70/hr Job Description: Insight Global is looking for a data scientist/data engineer to join one of our largest retail clients. This individual will be a member of the category management team with a focus on delivering advanced analytics and modeling solutions within the retail and grocery domain - specifically within Cost, Allowance, and Markdowns. This role requires a strong foundation in both data science and engineering, with an emphasis on forecasting, model explainability, and domain-specific insights driving at price optimization and promotional suggestions. This individual is expected to be a strong communicator will be tasked with presenting findings to GVP level internal stakeholders. Must Haves: Proficiency in python coding experience and ETL Practical knowledge of data science Hands-on experience in with forecasting models from both a building and hosting perspective Data Science research experience and explainability layer Industry experiences the grocery retail space (ex: HEB, Walmart, Target, Costco, Home Depot, Lowes) Strong communication skills and experience presenting research finding to internal stakeholders