Data Scientist: II (Intermediate)

Description Data Scientist II (Intermediate) Service Type: 13 Week Contract to Hire Location: Columbus, OH Department: Enterprise Data & Analytics Position Summary We are seeking a passionate and data-savvy Data Scientist II to join our Enterprise Data & Analytics team. In this role, you will explore customer, product, channel, and digital data to uncover insights that enhance the consumer experience and drive business growth. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable, intuitive performance insights and support strategic decision-making through data storytelling and visualization. This is an exciting opportunity to influence enterprise-wide initiatives and contribute to a culture of data-driven innovation. Key Responsibilities • Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for optimization. • Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights using visualizations, dashboards, and presentations. • Collaborate with stakeholders across Product, Marketing, Digital, IT, and Risk to support strategic initiatives. • Develop and maintain self-service dashboards and automated reporting tools. • Design and evaluate A/B tests and other experiments to measure the impact of digital and omnichannel initiatives. • Partner with fraud and risk teams to identify and mitigate potential threats. • Support the development of KPIs and metrics to monitor the health and performance of digital assets. • Apply automation techniques to streamline manual processes and improve data accuracy. Requirements Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Decision Sciences, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Operations Research, or a related STEM field. • Proficiency in programming languages such asRorPython. • Experience withSQLand large database systems (e.g., Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, Teradata, Hadoop). • Strong skills inTableauandTableau Serverfor data visualization and dashboard development. Preferred Qualifications • Experience applying statistical or machine learning methods in a business environment. • Familiarity with additional programming languages (e.g., Java, C) and web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). • Experience with web analytics tools (e.g., Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics) and A/B testing platforms (e.g., Optimizely, Adobe Target). • Background in banking or financial services is a plus. About You • Curious and analytical mindset with a passion for discovery and continuous improvement. • Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences. • Creative problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. • Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines. • Experience working in consumer-centric or cross-functional technical teams. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.