Data Scientist

We are looking for a Data Scientist to join a fast-moving IT consulting environment in Atlanta, Georgia. This role focuses on turning complex data into practical business insights, with a strong emphasis on forecasting, predictive modeling, and customer-focused problem solving. The ideal candidate combines advanced machine learning expertise with hands-on data preparation skills and can clearly explain how analytical work influences end users and business outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Build, validate, and refine forecasting and predictive models using Python and modern machine learning frameworks for business-driven use cases.
• Develop analytical solutions with tools such as scikit-learn, XGBoost, LightGBM, and time-series or deep learning methods based on project needs.
• Use Databricks and Apache Spark to process large datasets efficiently and support scalable model development workflows.
• Prepare, transform, and organize data by writing queries, performing ETL tasks, and improving data quality for downstream analysis.
• Translate technical findings into clear recommendations for clients and stakeholders, emphasizing business impact and user experience.
• Partner with customer-facing teams to define problem statements, shape data-driven approaches, and deliver actionable insights in a fast-paced setting.
• Apply product thinking when designing models and analytical outputs to ensure solutions align with customer needs and practical use.
• Contribute domain knowledge to projects involving retail or consumer goods data, helping tailor models to industry-specific patterns and challenges.