Staff Data Scientist Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the staff data scientist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for technology and business solutions by utilizing statistical/ mathematical methods (classification, time-series analysis, regression, statistical inference, …) or deep learning techniques.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Proficiency with SQL and R
• Domain knowledge of Aerospace & Defense industry, particularly in the manufacturing domain
• Knowledge of SAP ERP Systems, Applications and Processes and data constructs, as it applies to Production Operations
• Experience of machine learning, data science and/or data engineering
• Strong experience of writing commercial or academic software
• Experience of working in a commercial software team an advantage
• Evidence of creative and innovative solutions
• Experience of optimisation and/or evolutionary computing an advantage

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the staff data scientist position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for expertise in big data pipelining (ingestion, transformation, visualization, building and optimizing classifiers - (Regression/ KNN Classification / Random Forest / SVM etc.) using machine learning and deep-learning based techniques).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Expertise in modern advanced analytical tools and programming languages such as Python, Scala, Java and/or R
• Efficient in SQL, Hive, SparkSQL
• Expertise in data mining algorithms and statistical modeling techniques such as clustering, classification, regression, decision trees, neural nets, support vector machines, anomaly detection, sequential pattern discovery, and text mining
• Ensemble Methods, Deep Learning, and other topics in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
• Hadoop, HDFS, Hive, HBase, MapReduce, and Mahout
• Apache Spark, SparkSQL, MLlib, and Scala Actors
• Exposure to shop floor operations and quality control
• Exposure to data driven decision, combined with statistical or data science methods & tools usage

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the staff data scientist position.

Previously, I was responsible for strategic leadership and proactively recommends innovative research techniques through deep knowledge and leadership in machine learning and statistical analysis, to develop insights and model alternative scenarios.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of telecommunication technologies is advantageous
• Exposure to the Hadoop family of technologies including Scala, Spark and Java is an advantage
• Knowledge of other languages such as Python, C#, R is also desirable
• A record of filed and granted patents is an advantage
• Good business acumen to orient data analysis and solutions to business needs of clients
• High level of competence in Python, Spark/Scala, and Unix/Linux scripts
• Proficiency with SAS as a statistical package is highly desirable
• Experience with data visualization and business intelligence tools like Tableau or other programs

In response to your job posting for staff data scientist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for consulting and support activities to NIMH researchers employing statistical and machine learning techniques.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• MS or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Operations Research, or equivalent
• Hands-on expertise with data mining algorithms and statistical modeling techniques such as clustering, classification, regression, tree based methods, neural nets, support vector machines, anomaly detection, and natural language processing
• Proficiency with SQL, R, Python
• Experience with large scale data analysis in Pig, Hive or Spark preferred
• Familiarity with Unix environment preferred
• Possess knowledge of state-of-the-art methods coupled with the creativity and intelligence to advance beyond them
• Possess an interim or an active DoD secret clearance
• MS, or PhD in an appropriate field (Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Applied Math, Operations Research)

I would like to submit my application for the staff data scientist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for thought leadership around advanced machine learning techniques.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Demonstrated expertise in development tools and languages (e.g., R, Python)
• Proficiency with at least one programming language (such as Perl, python, C/C++, java)
• Experience with big data and analysis technologies preferred such as Hadoop, Spark, H2O
• MS in atmospheric science, oceanography, earth science, physics, or closely related field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to create reports, publications and proposals, and to provide technical information and advice to management and other stakeholders, interpersonal skills necessary to work in a diverse, multidisciplinary research team
• Expertise in R, Python, or Scala
• Strong analytical scripting skills
• Knowledge of big data and platform