Data Scientist Jobs in San Mateo, CA

A Data Scientist in the technology industry plays a pivotal role in making sense of complex data sets and providing data-driven insights to help shape strategic decisions and solve business problems. They apply statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning algorithms to analyze and interpret big data, identify trends and patterns, and predict outcomes. They also work closely with business stakeholders to understand their problems and develop appropriate data models. Furthermore, they are responsible for data cleaning, preparation, and visualization to make it easier for non-technical stakeholders to understand.

Essential skills for a Data Scientist include a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, and computer science. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL, and tools like Hadoop, Spark, or Tableau is also necessary. Additionally, they should have good business acumen, problem-solving skills, and communication skills. Certifications like Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Data Science for Business (DSB), and AWS Certified Big Data are beneficial. Prior to becoming a Data Scientist, one might have worked as a Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, or a Statistician.

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Enterprise Data Architect

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

About WestEd As a community of over 1,400 researchers, practitioners, consultants, and administrative professionals from all backgrounds and life experiences, we are committed to making a...

Staff Machine Learning Scientist

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

STAFF MACHINE LEARNING SCIENTIST San Francisco / $200000 - $260000 annum INFO SALARY: $200000 - $260000 LOCATION San Francisco JOB TYPE Permanent Staff Machine Learning Scientist Location: SF Bay...

Data Scientist & Analytics Engineer, Factory Readiness

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

We're seeking an Data Scientist & Analytics Engineer to help us succeed in building high-quality products....

Machine Learning Engineer

  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Ursus, Inc. 4.1 Machine Learning Engineer Sign in to apply Fremont, CA Sign in to apply JOB TITLE: Machine Learning Engineer LOCATION: Onsite in Fremont, CA DURATION: 6 months contract to hire...

Senior, Data Scientist

  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Data Scientist with a strong background in machine learning to join the International P13N team....

Language Data Scientist II, Amazon Q Business (Palo Alto)

  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Language Data Scientist II, Amazon Q Business Job ID: 2918426 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc. Amazon Q Business is an AI assistant powered by generative technology....

Senior Data Scientist, Analytics - Ads Product and GTM

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

We're looking for Data Scientists to join our GTM team and our Ads Product team. This role reports to the Director of Data Science, Analytics for Ads....

Machine Learning Engineer - Generative AI

  • Foster City, CA (3 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Foster City, CA (3 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

The Perception team at Zoox is at the forefront of leveraging GenAI to create synthetic data, unlocking scalable training and evaluation for our autonomous system's perception and entire stack. As...

Electrolyte Data Scientist

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Anthro Energy is seeking an Electrolyte Data Scientist to drive data- and model-based innovation in electrolyte formulation for next-generation batteries....

Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Rider Experience

  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (20 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Partner with product owners, data scientists and business teams to translate key insights and business opportunities into technical solutions Basic Qualifications MS or equivalent experience in Computer...

Data Scientist - Financial Analytics

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the role Rippling's Payments Data & Analytics team is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Data Scientist to join our rapidly expanding team....

Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Dynamic Pricing

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Role The mission of the Surge team is to maintain overall marketplace reliability by balancing supply/demand in real-time through dynamic pricing. We build scalable real-time systems to...

Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Ads, Search, and Discovery

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 1 day ago

Every day, tens of millions of people come to Roblox to explore, create, play, learn, and connect with friends in 3D immersive digital experiences- all created by our global community of...

Database Product Organization - IC6 AI Architect

  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

This is a key strategic position to own multiple high visibility AI initiatives in the Oracle Database Organization NLP to SQL Semantic Cyber Security Vector These are only a few of many areas...

Senior Data Scientist, Payments

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist with experience designing metrics and instrumentation, owning analysis roadmaps, and influencing stakeholders to guide Payments Solutions strategy...

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Salary for Data Scientist Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Highest Education Level

Data Scientists in San Mateo, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
49.7%
Bachelor's Degree
33.7%
Doctorate Degree
9.6%
Associate's Degree
2.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
High School or GED
1.4%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%



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