Junior Data Scientist - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We are looking for a Junior Data Scientist to join our dynamic team at MarketCast. This Junior Data Scientist remote position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse group of professionals while analyzing large datasets and developing innovative solutions for our clients.

What You'll Do

• Explore and extract data from multiple sources to create meaningful insights.
• Design and develop algorithms, programs, methods, and processes to enhance data analysis.
• Research, develop, and test supervised and unsupervised learning models.
• Maintain and improve our machine learning pipelines, processes, and products.
• Utilize tools and languages such as Python, SQL, and Tableau for reporting and analysis on our AWS data platform.
• Collaborate with our India-based Data Engineering team and our Sales and Market Research Teams in the US and UK.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Solid data analytics skills with proven proficiency in SQL, Python, and Pandas.
• Ability to write Python code and build, execute, and test algorithms and models.
• Strong communication skills to document requirements and collaborate with team members.
• A genuine interest in the TV industry and media analytics is a plus.
• A curiosity about data and the ability to create data visualizations that articulate insights clearly.

Nice to Have

• Experience with machine learning algorithms and data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with TV viewing data and the media industry.

What We Offer

• Generous annual leave of 29 days, plus Bank Holidays.
• Flextime with core hours between 10 am and 3 pm.
• 2 days of remote work per week.
• A suite of benefits, including free movie tickets.
• 4% matched pension scheme.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Regular social events in both of our UK locations.
• Professional growth and career development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.