Data Scientist Freelance Jobs (remote only)

It is said that data is the new oil. As AI disrupts the world of technology, Data Science becomes a featured star of the show. It is no longer an enigmatic toy for geeks only but a commonplace essential for every successful business.

A reliable Data Scientist is in the spotlight. If you are such a pro, we at EPAM Anywhere are excited to make you an offer. We partner with leading IT brands worldwide helping them meet the best industry talents, just like you are. We’ll find you the Data Science job of your dream, design an individual growth plan for you, and help you with your fantastic career at every step.

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The skill set required for freelance Data Science job

Hard skills you will need to take on Data Science freelance:

• Proficiency in math, especially in statistics and algebra
• Knowledge of Python, R, and SQL
• Firm grip on machine-learning techniques
• Comfortable with a data scientist’s toolkit (Hadoop, Hive, Spark, Gurobi, etc.)
• Familiarity with Scala, Java, or C++ is an asset
• Strong practical understanding of data architectures
• Hands-on experience with advanced statistics, like regression, statistical tests, properties of distributions, etc

Soft skills necessary for Lead Data Scientist:

• Excellency in written and verbal communications
• The ability to coordinate across teams is a must for a Senior Data Scientist
• Problem-solving attitude, an urge to master new technologies and techniques
• At least B2 (upper-intermediate) level of written and spoken English

Freelance Data scientist responsibilities

Among underlying duties for every Lead Data Scientist are:

• Collection of the data and automating the mining process
• Preprocessing of data
• Studying data, uncovering trends and patterns
• Building predictive models using ML algorithms
• Developing A/B testing frameworks and testing model quality
• Auditing data integrity and improving its quality
• Collaborating with developers, helping with business solutions, providing technical expertise, and mentoring

Open vacancies for Data scientists at EPAM Anywhere

Every ambitious data business is a Data Science business now. And they are dreaming about taking you aboard. If you’re ready to start your new Data Science freelance career, hesitate no more. Check out available jobs at EPAM Anywhere, find a Data Scientist vacancy of your dreams, and hit Apply!