Data Scientist

1) first preference is Hybrid Newark, NJ, 2nd is 100% remote EST hours
2) Machine Learning & Generative AI (1-2 projects of work exp).
3) Programming in Python
4) Knowledge of AWS concepts
Description
As a Data Scientist on Institutional Retirement Strategies, you will partner with our diverse team of Engineers, Economists, Computer Scientists, Mathematicians, Physicists, Statisticians and Actuaries tasked with mining our industry-leading internal data to develop new analytics capabilities for our businesses. The role requires a rare combination of sophisticated analytical expertise; business acumen; strategic mindset; client relationship skills, problem solving; and a passion for generating business impact. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a strategic initiative that is evolving and growing over time! In addition to applied experience, you will bring excellent problem solving, communication and teamwork skills, along with agile ways of working, strong business insight, an inclusive leadership demeanor and a continuous learning focus to all that you do.
Here is what you can expect in a typical day:
o Responsible for the hands-on development of advanced data science solutions comprising the portfolio developed by the Lead Data Scientist and the technical requirements specified by the Lead Data Scientist. Perform hands-on data analysis, model development, model training, model testing.
o Write production-level code and partner with machine learning engineers to push development code into production.
o Continuously research new methods for problem solution, including new algorithms, modeling techniques, and data analytics techniques.
o Partner with machine learning engineers to productionized machine learning models. Partner with data engineers to build data pipelines. Partner with software engineers to integrate solutions with business platforms.
The Skills and expertise you bring:
o Advanced degree (Masters, Ph.D.) in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Econometrics, Physics, Computer Science, Actuarial, Data Science, or comparable quantitative disciplines.
o Working on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
o Ability to learn new skills and knowledge on an ongoing basis through self-initiative and seeking challenges.
o Excellent problem solving, communication and collaboration skills.
Applied experience with several of the following:
o Machine Learning: Understanding of machine learning theory, including the mathematics underlying machine learning algorithms. Expertise in the application of machine learning theory to building, training, testing, interpreting and monitoring machine learning models.
o Generative AI & Natural Language Processing: Experience with modeling and interpreting text analysis including NLP, LLMs (BERT, etc), and Generative AI. Experience in modern Gen AI technologies including RAG, LangChain, LangGraph, vector DB and their application in Institutional Retirement Strategies area.
o Statistics and Computing: Exceptional understanding of: Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Probability, Applied Statistics, Computer Science (Programming Methodologies), and Cloud. Knowledge of statistical techniques such as the use of descriptive, inferential, Bayesian statistics, time series analysis etc. to extract business insights and experimentation to solve business problems.
o Data Acquisition and Transformation: Acquiring data from disparate data sources using API's and SQL. Transform data using SQL and Python. Visualizing data using a diverse tool set including but not limited to Python.
o Database Management System: Knowledge of how databases are structured and function in order to use them efficiently. May include multiple data environments, cloud/AWS, primary and foreign key relationships, table design, database schemas, etc.
o Data Wrangling: Preparing data for further analysis; Redefining and mapping raw data to generate insights; Processing of large datasets (structured, unstructured).
o AWS DevOps: Experience in the project development life cycle in an AWS environment. Familiar with development, QA, staging and production deployment stages.
o Programming Languages: Python, SQL.
Skills
Data science, Python, Machine Learning, Gen AI, SQL, AWS, API
Top Skills Details
Data science, Python, Machine Learning, Gen AI,SQL,AWS,API
Experience Level
junior to mid Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.