Data Scientist

Job Title: Data Scientist (Decision Science – Statistics/Econometrics Focus) Location: Remote (Must be within 2 hours of Orlando, FL or Burbank, CA) Duration: 6-Month Contract (Possible Extension / Conversion) Pay Rate: $70/hr on W2 Eligibility: USC or GC only 🔹 Team Overview: The Decision Science team operates within Disney Decision Science + Integration (DDSI), providing internal consulting across business units. The team focuses on building advanced mathematical and statistical models to drive business decisions across domains like theme parks, media, and retail. 🔹 Position Overview: We are seeking a Data Scientist with a strong foundation in statistics, econometrics, and causal analysis. This role emphasizes analytical rigor over pure AI/ML, focusing on solving real-world business problems such as pricing, demand forecasting, and revenue optimization. 🔹 Must-Have Skills: • Strong expertise in Python (production-level code, model deployment) • Solid experience with SQL (Snowflake preferred) • Strong background in: • Statistics / Econometrics • Causal Inference / Causal Analysis • Demand Forecasting / Revenue Management / Pricing Models • 3–5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist 🔹 Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s or Ph.D. in Statistics, Econometrics, Mathematics, or related field • Experience with tools like GitHub/GitLab, Docker, AWS • Strong academic or practical exposure to econometrics/statistical modeling 🔹 Key Responsibilities: • Develop and implement advanced statistical and econometric models • Perform causal analysis to support business decision-making • Build data-driven solutions using Python and SQL • Work on pricing, forecasting, and revenue optimization problems • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders • Present insights and model outcomes to business leaders