Data Scientist
Job Description
The Data Scientist will leverage modern AI/ML technologies to develop applications that address challenges in process and equipment reliability, as well as optimization within process industries. This role involves designing and leading comprehensive, data-driven analytic studies, conducting research, and translating concepts into production-ready solutions that deliver measurable business value.
Responsibilities
- Develop AI/ML applications for process and equipment reliability and optimization.
- Design and lead analytic studies on large, complex datasets.
- Research and create innovative, data-centric solutions for industrial problems.
- Translate research concepts into sustainable, production-ready solutions through programming.
- Define and document functional requirements for new applications and solutions.
- Configure and develop networking tools to connect on-premises and cloud-based industrial data sources.
- Support deployment and operationalization of machine learning models and algorithms.
- Build dashboards and GUIs for data visualization using tools like Power BI and Grafana.
- Contribute to feature engineering, predictive modeling, anomaly detection, and advanced AI applications such as deep learning and reinforcement learning.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- Hands-on experience in process industries with proven data-driven problem-solving.
- Proficiency in programming languages: Python, LUA, Go.
- Solid understanding of process and engineering systems fundamentals.
- Knowledge of machine learning techniques such as linear regression, decision trees, and neural networks.
- Understanding of advanced statistical methods like multivariate analysis, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
- Excellent problem-solving skills focused on solution and product development.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Creativity, adaptability, and entrepreneurial mindset.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Familiarity with Databricks and Microsoft Fabric platforms.
- Knowledge of databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, InfluxDB.
- Experience creating dashboards using Power BI and Grafana.
Work Environment
This role offers a flexible work-from-home/hybrid policy, with new hires encouraged to work onsite 4-5 days per week, though no schedule is mandated. Working hours are flexible, typically 8-5 pm, with accommodations for personal responsibilities. Rarely requires travel to site, and candidates not wishing to travel are welcome. A vibrant and positive company culture awaits, with opportunities for growth, collaboration, and mentorship in a supportive environment.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Burnaby, BC.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.
Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Burnaby,BC.
À propos d'Actalent:
Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30 000 consultants et plus de 4 500 clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500.
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About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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