Data Scientist

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Data Scientist in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Summary:
This position is responsible for developing algorithms, modeling techniques, and optimization methods that support many aspects of NextEra and FPL business. Employees in this role use knowledge of machine learning, optimization, statistics, and applied mathematics along with abilities in software engineering with a focus on distributed computing and data storage infrastructure (e.g., "Big Data").

Responsibilities:
* Data Scientist develops machine learning, optimization, and other modeling solutions
* Prepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results including technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses
* Works with a variety of datasets, including timeseries data and "big data" requiring analysis on distributed computing platforms
* Writes software in R, Python or similar languages and contributes code to product development teams
* As a Data Scientist, you will perform other job-related duties as assigned Interacts with customers to improve customer satisfaction and retention
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree
* Experience: 4 years

Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree
* Doctoral degree

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.