Job Summary
As a Sr Associate-Data Science you will play a pivotal role in leveraging data analytics to drive strategic decisions and enhance business outcomes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement data models that optimize processes and improve efficiency. Your expertise in analytics and analysis will be crucial in transforming data into actionable insights.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex datasets to identify trends and patterns that inform business strategies
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide tailored solutions
- Develop and implement data models that enhance operational efficiency and decision-making
- Utilize advanced analytics techniques to extract meaningful insights from large datasets
- Design and execute experiments to test hypotheses and validate data-driven strategies
- Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to support strategic planning
- Oversee the integration of data analytics into existing business processes
- Ensure data quality and integrity by implementing robust validation and cleansing procedures
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of data models to ensure they meet business objectives
- Communicate findings and insights to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
- Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in data science to continuously improve processes
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless data flow and integration across systems
- Drive innovation by exploring new data sources and analytical techniques. Qualifications
- Possess a strong background in analytics and data analysis with proven experience in designing data models
- Demonstrate proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization tools
- Have experience in working with large datasets and applying advanced analytics techniques
- Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically
- Show strong communication skills to effectively convey complex data insights to stakeholders
- Be adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals
- Display a commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry developments.
Certifications Required
Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) Data Science Certification from a recognized institution.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
