Data Scientist Jobs in Mississippi

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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Data Scientist

  • Koniag Government Services
  • Stennis Space Center, MS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Stennis Space Center, MS
  • 16 hours ago

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a skilled Data Scientist to join our team at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi....

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Senior Data Engineer - Cybersecurity

  • Ford Motor Company
  • MS
  • 1 day ago
  • MS
  • 1 day ago

Senior Data Engineer - Cybersecurity #NLX292451627 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Software Developers, Applications found that 75.41% had a Bachelor's...

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Senior Data Engineer

  • Radiance Technology
  • Stennis Space Center, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Stennis Space Center, MS
  • 1 day ago

Radiance Technologies is an employee-owned company with benefits that are unmatched by most companies. Employee ownership, generous 401(k) and profit sharing, health/dental/life/vision insurance...

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Senior Data Architect

  • Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
  • Jackson, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 4 days ago

Job Opportunity: Senior Data Architect at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company Company Overview: Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance is a leading provider of life insurance and financial...

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Manager-Data Scientist - Ophthalmology

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • University, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • University, MS
  • 5 days ago

Manages a team of data scientist professionals that conduct research and develop tools and processes that improve the outcomes and quality of research projects....

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Senior Data Scientist

  • Anheuser-Busch InBev
  • MS
  • 5 days ago
  • MS
  • 5 days ago

Data Scientist Role Band: BAND VI Location: Bangalore Reporting to: Senior Manager - Analytics PURPOSE OF ROLE As a Senior Data Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in designing and building production-ready...

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Senior Data Scientist - Fleet Analytics

  • The Hertz Corporation
  • MS
  • 12 days ago
  • MS
  • 12 days ago

Senior Data Scientist - Fleet Analytics #NLX292085789 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Data Scientist, Manufacturing Analytics

  • Ford Motor Company
  • MS
  • 12 days ago
  • MS
  • 12 days ago

Data Scientist, Manufacturing Analytics #NLX292075948 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Data Scientist Lead

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • University, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • University, MS
  • 13 days ago

Leads a team of data scientist professionals. Provides consultation on the design, testing, and enhancement of reporting systems....

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Clinical Data Scientist

  • Baylor Scott & White Health
  • MS
  • 15 days ago
  • MS
  • 15 days ago

Clinical Data Scientist #NLX291899571 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Senior Data Scientist - GenAI/Python/AWS/SQL

  • Unum Group
  • MS
  • 19 days ago
  • MS
  • 19 days ago

Senior Data Scientist - GenAI/Python/AWS/SQL #NLX291789874 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Principal Data Scientist

  • Maximus
  • MS
  • 22 days ago
  • MS
  • 22 days ago

Principal Data Scientist #NLX291592385 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Senior Data Engineer Biloxi 5139

  • Keesler Federal Credit Union
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 26 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 26 days ago

JOIN THE KEESLER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION TEAM! Keesler Federal Credit Union team members enjoy competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits, some of which include: Medical, dental, and vision...

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Associate Director, Medical Omnichannel Data Scientist (Remote)

  • Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc.
  • MS
  • 26 days ago
  • MS
  • 26 days ago

Associate Director, Medical Omnichannel Data Scientist (Remote) #NLX291430829 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Sr. AWS Data Architect

  • Cognizant
  • MS
  • 28 days ago
  • MS
  • 28 days ago

Sr. AWS Data Architect #NLX291319503 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Computer Occupations, All Other found that 63.64% had a Bachelor's Degree, 13.64%...

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Salary for Data Scientist Jobs in Mississippi

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTechnology research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Data Scientists in Mississippi offer the following education background
Master's Degree
50.0%
Bachelor's Degree
33.6%
Doctorate Degree
9.5%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.3%
High School or GED
1.3%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%



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