Company Description
We are a global, diverse team passionate about developing world-class solutions to reveal the complete consumer journey to our clients. We are looking for a Lead Data Scientist to bring deep statistical expertise and help drive the development of methodologies that power our consumer panel products.
Job Description
As a Lead Data Scientist on our global team, you will design and implement statistical methodologies (spanning sampling, calibration, projection, and panel data modeling) to advance our consumer panel products. You will collaborate cross-functionally, prototype and deploy solutions, and clearly present findings and recommendations. This role is remote-friendly, with flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional growth in a diverse, international environment.
- Advance the statistical rigor of our methodologies.
- Lead the development and refinement of models for panel data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure methodological alignment with product goals.
- Support production deployment of proposed enhancements and new solutions.
- Document findings, methodologies, and best practices.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in statistics (preferably in Sampling theory, Calibration and projection techniques, Panel data modeling)
- Ability to manipulate, analyze, and interpret large data sources.
- Proficiency in Python or another high-level programming language.
- Experience with SQL and large-scale databases.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with version control systems.
- Familiarity with cloud computing technologies (e.g., Azure, Linux).
- Interest in supporting technology teams in production deployment.
Additional Information
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $100,000 to $120,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a Sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.
Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
About NIQ
NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.
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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion