Paramount Pictures is hiring for a entry level Data Scientist in US

Position: Data Scientist

Company: Paramount Pictures

Location: Los Angeles, CA, US, 90038

Job type: Full-Time

Job mode: Hybrid

Job requisition ID: 40295

Years of experience: Minimum 6 months (internship experience works)

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Company Description

• Founded in 1912, Paramount Pictures is one of the oldest and most prestigious film studios in the world.
• Known for producing and distributing some of the most iconic and beloved films in cinematic history.
• Paramount's portfolio includes classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump, and Titanic, as well as popular franchises like Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible, and Sonic the Hedgehog.
• The studio is also behind recent hits like The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place.
• Paramount Pictures operates from a 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood and maintains a worldwide network of offices.
• The studio is committed to fostering creativity and innovation within the dynamic film industry.
• Paramount Pictures is a subsidiary of Paramount, which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands, including MTV, CBS, Paramount Network, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET, and the streaming service Paramount+.
• Paramount's passionate employees work collaboratively to deliver high-quality entertainment content globally.

Profile Overview

• As a Data Scientist at Paramount Pictures, you will play a crucial role under the guidance of the Executive Director of Global Analytics and Data Science.
• Your main responsibilities will include developing machine learning models, advanced analytics tools, web applications, and backend engineering infrastructure.
• These projects are essential for shaping strategies in Production, Marketing, and Distribution at Paramount Pictures.
• You will tackle complex mathematical problems and apply solutions to real-world business challenges, contributing to delivering top-tier, data-driven insights and AI products in the movie industry.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis and Metric Development:
  • Utilize large datasets to develop and refine key performance indicators.
  • Monitor marketing initiatives, box office performance, and other relevant metrics in both domestic and international markets.
• Automation and Visualization:
  • Automate the calculation and visualization of key metrics for regular reporting.
  • Ensure insights are reliable and actionable.
• Machine Learning and Statistical Modeling:
  • Research, recommend, and implement machine learning and statistical models for various business initiatives.
  • Apply innovative models with academic rigor suitable for business use cases.
• Dashboard and Application Development:
  • Design and develop advanced Tableau dashboards and applications to communicate analytical insights.
  • Create robust backend calculation pipelines to support these dashboards and applications.
• Partner Communication:
  • Present technical results and strategic insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with data engineers to ensure high-quality data and understand the orchestration environment for calculation pipeline deployment.
  • Work with business analysts to translate business requests into technical specifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Educational Background:
  • Graduate degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or a related quantitative field from a prestigious institution.
• Professional Experience:
  • Minimum of six months of industry or internship experience in a data science or machine learning engineering role.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Python, SQL, and version control using Git.
• Technical Skills:
  • Ability to independently fit, evaluate, and interpret statistical and machine learning models within a business context.
• Communication Skills:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for documenting findings and collaborating effectively.
• Project Management:
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Attention to Detail:
  • High attention to detail ensuring precision in data analysis, model development, and reporting.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with data orchestration tools such as Airflow.
• Familiarity with data warehousing solutions like Snowflake.
• Knowledge of cloud services, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Proficiency in development environments like Visual Studio Code.
• Programming skills in HTML, C, or Java.
• Experience in web application development.
• Understanding of data pipeline ingestion processes.
• A strong desire to learn new technologies and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and logical thinking.
• Enthusiasm for AI and AI product development.

Additional Information

• Hiring Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00
  • The salary range applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies.
  • Starting pay is determined by various job-related factors, including geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
• Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program, and PTO.
  • Position is bonus eligible.
• Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including disability/veteran.
• Paramount is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans. Contact Paramount accommodations at 212.846.5500 or via email at paramountaccommodations@paramount.com for assistance.

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