ANALYTICS SCIENTIST
Job Field: Office Jobs
Location: San Rafael, CA
Salary: $Not stated
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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>Requisition Number: 6971Posting Title: Analytics ScientistJob Level: Scientist IIFunctional Discipline: Analytic ScienceJob Type: Fulltime-RegularJob Category: Product and Technology Org (PTDept Group: Analytics and Scores DevelopmentTravel %: 0 to 10%Country: USState/Province: CaliforniaOffice Location: San RafaelJob Description: "As part of a team, the chosen candidate will participate in designing, developing, and deploying state-of-the-art, data-driven predictive models to solve business problems (especially related to originations solutions) using the latest technologies in data mining, statistical modeling, pattern recognition, and performance inference." comment from Sr. Analytic Scientist.Main responsibilities include:*Data analysis: Perform data clean-up and basic statistical analyses and develop an in-depth understanding of large datasets; modify and use various techniques for filtering, pattern identification, feature (variable) extraction, and feature selection.*Algorithms and modeling techniques: Experiment with different types of algorithms and modeling techniques; develop prototypes of promising methods and conduct performance studies; create commercial-quality implementations of algorithms and techniques for use in analysis and production.*Prepare model reports for communication with internal and external clients; participate in pre-sales meetings and calls; and provide post-implementation product support.Experience/Qualifications: Requires a BS degree (Master''s of Science Degree or a Ph.D. in a science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, or computer science field is preferred).Industry experience required in predictive modeling and data mining. Experience will include employing performance inference, mathematical/statistical modeling, pattern recognition, or data mining/data analysis on real world problems involving large data sets. Prior originations and/or small business analytic experience is a plus.Familiarity with UNIX and at least one major programming language such as C, Java, or SAS.Strong problem solving and analytical ability. Excellent communication skills. A statistical thinker and quick learner. Team oriented and at the same time able to work independently with minimum direction.Why make a move to FICO?Our success is founded on really talented people - just like you - who enjoy:Innovation - change the game for us and for our clients around the worldTeamwork - lead and learn from the very best in your fieldHigh Performance - challenge yourself and reap the rewards of delivering resultsOpportunity - grow with a global company that develops talentFICO
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