Data Scientist

Responsibilities Kforce has a client in Houston, TX that is looking for a Data Scientist to join a team at the forefront of building a smarter, cleaner, digitally enhanced energy ecosystem. Our data scientists combine technical expertise with business acumen to help brands achieve financial and strategic objectives. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and grow while performing hands-on analytics and modeling. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Data Scientist will embrace a culture of humility, curiosity, and impact • Process data using Python, PySpark, and Databricks • Develop predictive models and interactive dashboards • As a Data Scientist, you will perform hands-on analytics and modeling to support business decisions • Provide insights that help business partners make more profitable, customer-focused decisions Requirements • Master's degree in a quantitative discipline or equivalent practical experience • 0-3 years of experience in data analysis or a related field • Experience with statistical software and database languages Preferred Qualifications • PhD in a quantitative discipline • Experience applying data science to improve customer experience and business profitability • Experience working with cloud-based data storage and processing • Knowledge of methods such as frequentist and Bayesian statistics, forecasting, optimization, causal inference, machine learning, and natural language processing • Proficiency in Python packages such as PySpark, NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn, XGBoost, Matplotlib, and lifelines • Proficiency with version control systems • Strong collaboration skills and ability to communicate persuasively and informatively across functions The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.