ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AT ALL LEVELS:

• Data acquisition and wrangling to produce useful features.
• Forecasting, statistical, and machine learning analyses
• Business and financial analysis
• General telecommunications engineering
• Verbal, written, and interactive presentation of data, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Provide support with development of requirements for new initiatives and products that require new Network capabilities. Requirements include system design, standards compliance, availability targets, operating performance metrics, operational support, and staff training.

• Demonstrated commitment to GCI’s core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by promoting and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all employees and contractors, and in interactions with customers, vendors, and the public.
• ACCOUNTABILITY- Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.
• BASIC PRINCIPLES - Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust, confidence, and respect; adheres to GCI’s Code of Conduct for Employees – the Basic Principles.
• COLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.
• COMMUNICATION- Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally.
• COMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCI’s Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
• RELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.
• RESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving.
• SAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
• Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalent.

Level Definition

Position Title: Data Scientist II

Grade: E06

Additional Job Requirements:

• Independent data acquisition and wrangling
• Independent analysis, model development, and pipeline development
• Conducts business analysis and solution development.
• Independent results presentation and visualization
• Ongoing technical and business education

Additional Competencies:

• Proficient in Databricks/Spark, PowerBI, Azure Data Factory, Git, SciKit Learn, TensorFlow
• Advanced ability in mathematics, statistics, and machine learning
• Able to complete projects with minimal oversight and guidance.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in a broad range of engineering, business, and marketing topics

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science and Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in data science, data engineering, or other engineering/analytic positions that require a combination of coding and business analysis.
• Certifications required prior to completion of twelve (12) months in assignment: AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals.

Preferred:

• Master of Science Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science and Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
• Completion of DP-100 Designing and Implementing a Data Science Solution on Azure or an equivalent course.
• Telecommunications experience.
• Other telecom industry or job specific certifications.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:

• This position may require access to reliable transportation for occasional travel between retail store locations, offices, worksites, or other locations as needed.

• Work is primarily sedentary, requiring daily routine computer usage.
• Ability to work shifts as assigned, work in standard office/home office setting, and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas to others effectively.
• Physical agility and effort sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively.
• Ability to make valid judgments and decisions.
• Available to work additional time on weekends, holidays, before or after normal work hours when necessary.
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
• Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.