• Data Scientist

    Robert Half Technology (Lockbourne, OH)


    Description

    About the Role

     

    We’re creating something new—and we’re looking for a hands-on, strategic Data Scientist to help us shape it. In this newly established role, you’ll connect data across multiple domains and systems, build forecasting models, and lay the foundation for AI/ML capabilities. From demand forecasting to data product strategy, you’ll play a key role in turning raw data into business-critical insights and innovation.

     

    You’ll work alongside our internal analytics and IT teams, helping align their efforts, identify skill gaps, and move the organization toward a more predictive, intelligent data strategy. If you're a self-starter who thrives in environments where you're given the opportunity to build, test, and lead—this role is for you.

     

    What You’ll Do

     

    + Develop forecasting models that predict demand, usage patterns, and service needs based on historical trends and external data.

    + Analyze data from a range of sources — internal databases, third-party APIs, geographic and behavioral datasets — to create location-based insights and usage recommendations.

    + Partner with external vendors currently building out the ETL infrastructure, and help identify internal data engineering skill gaps.

    + Build data models that tie directly to business outcomes and revenue opportunities, and clearly communicate those results.

    + Lead early-stage AI/ML initiatives using tools like Azure ML or Databricks, with flexibility to explore other platforms (AWS, Google, etc.).

    + Collaborate with internal teams to unify data analyst and analytics functions, building a connected and consistent approach to data.

    + Contribute to the development of potential data-driven products and services, identifying opportunities to monetize insights.

    + Work cross-functionally across business units to solve problems, test ideas, and drive forward new data capabilities.

    Requirements

    Tech Environment

     

    + Azure: Data Factory, Databricks, Azure SQL, SQL, DB2 (legacy systems)

    + Hybrid cloud environment with various third-party and public data sources

     

    What We’re Looking For

     

    + Proven experience in data science and predictive modeling, ideally tied to measurable business outcomes.

    + Strong analytical thinking and comfort working with large, diverse datasets — both internal and external.

    + Comfortable in a hands-on role that combines strategy, modeling, testing, and implementation.

    + Exposure to or understanding of data engineering and ETL processes (vendor-managed ETL currently in place).

    + Experience working in cross-functional teams, with the ability to guide others and unify efforts.

    + Familiarity with cloud platforms (preferably Azure, but open to others).

    + Desire to work in a fast-paced, build-from-scratch environment.

    + Local to Columbus preferred, but open to remote with travel flexibility.

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + Help shape and grow a new data science function from the ground up.

    + Be part of a collaborative, future-focused team building innovative data capabilities.

    + Work in an environment where experimentation and action are encouraged.

    + Get in early and help define a roadmap that could eventually grow into its own business unit.

     

    Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.®

     

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