About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT Services and IT Consulting.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is looking for a hands-on Data Scientist to join client-facing engagements where you'll build solutions that turn raw data into actionable insights and production-ready models. You will work on data pipelines, implement algorithms, and deliver APIs and tools that stakeholders can use.

• Design, build, and maintain Python-based data processing pipelines
• Analyze and transform raw datasets into clean, usable formats
• Write and optimize SQL queries for data extraction and validation
• Prototype and evaluate machine learning models (classification, regression, clustering)
• Build or consume RESTful APIs to integrate models into applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and follow Git-based development workflows
• Document work, create reproducible experiments, and present findings to stakeholders

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Required Qualifications

• 1+ year of professional software development experience using Python
• Strong understanding of data fundamentals and working with raw datasets
• Practical experience writing SQL queries
• Familiarity with REST APIs and building/consuming them
• Ability to debug, test, and deliver code in a collaborative environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Authorized to work in the United States (employers may require verification)

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative development practices
• Exposure to machine learning frameworks such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch
• Experience deploying models or building production-ready APIs
• Strong problem-solving skills and a curiosity about ML/AI techniques

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Why You’ll Love This Role

• Chance to grow technical skills in Python and applied machine learning while working on real client projects
• Exposure to a variety of industries and data types through client engagements
• Supportive, collaborative teams that value code quality, reproducibility, and learning
• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship within IT Services and IT Consulting

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Logistics & Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: California, USA — this role is based in California and may require relocation or travel to client sites across the U.S. depending on project needs
• Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is the hiring organization
• No salary was listed in the source posting; if you need pay-range details please ask during the interview process
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; please request accommodations when contacting Careertakes

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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