Data Science Director jobs in Independence, MO

Data Science Director establishes, plans, and administers the overall policies and goals of the data science function. Provides strategic guidance and overall direction for analytical efforts. Being a Data Science Director determines the appropriate tools, techniques, staffing and methodologies to extract data that produces meaningful results. Uses extensive knowledge and research into big data tools to guide the integration of new and existing tools into the organization's data science tech stack. Additionally, Data Science Director typically requires a master's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Data Science Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Data Science Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Manager, Data Science
  • Launch Potato
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • YOUR ROLE

    You will be developing deep personalization models for our users and complex optimization algorithms to bridge our customer experiences with new products/services. You will be pivotal to the growth of our data science team and instrumental as we continue to build a team of data scientists and machine learning engineers that can increase customer engagement and stickiness on our sites while improving the quality of the leads to our partners. 

    This is an extremely hands-on and in-the-weeds Data Science role where you would be heavily immersed in the data and coding part of the solution implementation. You will design and oversee integrating state-of-the-art machine learning solutions across the company’s products. This role will be responsible for strategic planning of Machine Learning initiatives with the Product, Engineering, Performance and Business Intelligence teams, analysis of potential impact and prioritization of those projects.

    SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

    • Innovate, create, and design ML solutions to various business problems such as:
      • Design, implement and continuously improve Multi-Armed Bandit solutions to optimize decisions/options in place of multiple AB-tests.
      • Utilizing Large Language Models in content personalization across various verticals.
      • Recommendation systems to serve ads, offers, questions, etc.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders across the company including but not limited to Analytics, Engineering, Product and Business Leads to improve model infrastructure, tracking and monitoring.
    • Provide data science support at different project stages, including the implementation of ML solutions by collaborating with Data Engineers and MLOps.
    • Being hands-on and in-the-weeds in the data, coding part of the solution implementation.
    • Managing and mentoring other Data Science team members, guiding them in their problem solving algorithms, testing methodologies, and reviewing their code. 
    • Career development and talent growth of the junior members of the team.

    WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

    • 4 years of related work experience in the field of Data Science & Machine learning.
    • 2 years of experience in the Marketing/Advertising Industry.
    • Solid background in Machine Learning and Statistics.
    • Proficiency in SQL, Python and working with Data Science tools (e.g., git, kubernetes, Docker, etc.).
    • Structure and clarify any ambiguity for the team. I.e. Divide complex projects into sprints and coordinate implementation across multiple teams and individuals.
    • Experience creating ML solutions within cloud services (AWS/GCP).
    • Experience with ML model development lifecycle.
    • Experience with data visualization (preferably Looker).
    • Experience managing a team of data scientists and machine learning researchers (including career development).
    • Ability to communicate clearly, think independently, provide direction, and effectively communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

    Total Rewards & Compensation

    Salary range: $100,000–$145,000

    Base salary is set according to market rates for the nearest major metro and varies based on Launch Potato’s Levels Framework. Your compensation package includes a base salary, profit-sharing bonus, and competitive benefits. Launch Potato is a performance-driven company, which means once you are hired, future increases will be based on company and personal performance, not annual cost of living adjustments.

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Manager Data Science
  • H&R Block
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • H&R Block is seeking a Manager of Data Acquisition and Management to join the Data Science and Analytics (DS&A) practice at H&R Block. This remote or local position will ensure that high quality data ...
  • 17 Days Ago

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ASSISTANT / ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS (2) / Business Analytics, Data Science, and MIS
  • University of Missouri-Kansas City
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • Job ID49495 LocationKansas City Full/Part TimeFull-Time Hiring Department UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY / HENRY W. BLOCH SCHOOL of MANAGEMENT Tenure and Tenure Track Positions / Business Analytic...
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BPO Customer Care Voice Associate
  • NTT DATA
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • In these roles you will be responsible for: Providing front-line phone customer service to policyholders, beneficiaries, agents, and internal customers.Ensuring customer satisfaction and strive to mee...
  • 9 Days Ago

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US E-Consulting-Data Science Program Manager, Specialist Master-S&A Strategy SFL Scientific-KP (123348)
  • Deloitte US
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • Data Science Program Manager, Specialist Master - SFL Scientific SFL Scientific, a Deloitte Business practice brings together several key capabilities to architect integrated programs that transform o...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Maintenance/Custodial Worker
  • Midwest Data Center
  • Rock, MO FULL_TIME
  • Maintenance/Custodial Worker Job Overview Perform custodial duties to include overall building and grounds maintenance and repairs. Duties include but not limited to Gather and empty trash Clean floor...
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Research Associate - Internal Medicine (Precision Prevention)
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Department: SOM KC Internal Medicine - Administration * ---- KC Internal Medicine - Precision and Prevention Position Ti...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CT/XR Technologist - Medical Imaging UH/TMC (8:30p.m.-7:00a.m. Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat)
  • Truman Medical Centers
  • Kansas City, MO
  • **If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must ap...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Network and Endpoint Security | Industrial Cybersecurity Consulting - 1898 & Co. (Multiple Locations)
  • Burns & McDonnell
  • Kansas City, MO
  • **Description** 1898 & Co. is looking for its next leader within the Security & Risk Consulting group focused on helping...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology RN
  • Research Medical Center
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Description Introduction Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 site...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Manager of IT Operations
  • Stowers Institute for Medical Research
  • Kansas City, MO
  • The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager of IT Op...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PRN Registered Nurse RN Medical Telemetry
  • Centerpoint Medical Center
  • Independence, MO
  • Description Are you looking for a work environment as a Medical Telemetry Registered Nurse where diversity and inclusion...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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ILS System Administrator
  • KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Type Full-time Description The Kansas City Public Library is looking for an ILS System Administrator. The ILS System...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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It Support Technical Instructor
  • Per Scholas
  • Kansas City, MO
  • ABOUT PER SCHOLAS: For nearly 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive equity and opportunity in the ever-ad...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Independence is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. It lies within Jackson County, of which it is the county seat. Independence is a satellite city of Kansas City, Missouri, and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. In 2010, it had a total population of 116,830. Independence is known as the "Queen City of the Trails" because it was a point of departure for the California, Oregon, and Santa Fe Trails. Independence was also the hometown of U.S. President Harry S. Truman; the Truman Presidential Library and Museum is located in the city, and Truman and First Lady Bes...
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