Role OverviewThe Data Scientist will work with the Unemployment Insurance, Program Integrity, and Child Care (UIPIC) team to perform complex data science work, from gathering and managing large datasets to designing and deploying new predictive models targeted at fraud detection and risk mitigation. The team operates collaboratively in an environment that encourages cross-training and peer mentorship.
What You Will Do
As a Data Scientist, you will perform complex data science work, from gathering and managing large datasets to designing and deploying new predictive models targeted at fraud detection and risk mitigation. Your work will generate crucial insights into program vulnerabilities, directly informing agency leadership, shaping fraud-prevention strategies, and supporting complex investigations involving sensitive law enforcement data.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate proficiency at applying advanced quantitative analysis techniques, have experience maintaining and deploying machine learning (ML) models in production, and possess exceptional skill in analyzing problems, rapidly conceptualizing solutions, and formulating effective strategies.
Requirements
- Five years of full-time experience in data science, predictive modeling, and algorithm work
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position
- Acceptance into a TWC Internship or TWC Apprenticeship will satisfy the minimum qualifications
Benefits
- Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Competitive starting salary: $7,716.66-$13,051.00 (based on qualifications)
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan, plus optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
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