ABS-CBN Corporation
ABS-CBN Corporation

Data Scientist (News and Current Affairs)  

ABS-CBN Corporation

  • Quezon City, Philippines
    Ground Floor ELJ Building, ABS-CBN Compound, Mother Ignacia Avenue, 1100 Metro Manila, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
    Quezon City
    Metro Manila
    Philippines
    Philippines
  • Full timeFULL_TIME

Expired 4 years ago

2019-12-30T16:00:00+00:00
Job closed.

Job Description

The Data Scientist applies their expertise in statistics in building machine learning models to make predictions and to answer key business questions. The Data Scientist uncovers hidden insights by leveraging both supervised and unsupervised learning methods toward machine learning models. They are in charge of training mathematical models that will allow them to better identify patterns and derive accurate predictions.

The Data Scientist utilizes their analytical, statistical, and programming skills to collect, analyze, and interpret large data sets to get information to develop data-driven solutions.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Evaluating statistical models to determine the validity of analyses.
  2. Using machine learning to build better predictive algorithms.
  3. Testing and continuously improving the accuracy of machine learning models.
  4. Building data visualizations to summarize the conclusion of an advanced analysis.
  5. Responsible for taking big data and using it to answer questions that add value to an upcoming digital product and communicating these to influence business decisions.
  6. Use technical tools in cleaning and organizing raw data. They also use descriptive statistics to get a big picture view of the data.
  7. Analyze interesting trends found in data. Lastly, they create data visualizations to present results of their technical analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on product development.
  • Experience using statistical computer languages (R, Python, SLQ, etc.) to manipulate data and draw insights from large data sets.
  • Experience working with and creating data architectures.
  • Knowledge of a variety of machine learning techniques (clustering, decision tree learning, artificial neural networks, etc.) and their real-world advantages/drawbacks.
  • Knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and concepts (regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests and proper usage, etc.) and experience with applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams.
  • A drive to learn and master new technologies and techniques.
  • We’re looking for someone with 5-7 years of experience manipulating data sets and building statistical models, has a Master’s or PHD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or another quantitative field, and is familiar with the following software/tools:
    • Coding knowledge and experience with several languages: C, C ++, Java, JavaScript, etc.
    • Knowledge and experience in statistical and data mining techniques: GLM/Regression, Random Forest, Boosting, Trees, text mining, social network analysis, etc.
    • Experience querying databases and using statistical computer languages: R, Python, SLQ, etc.
    • Experience using web services: Redshift, S3, Spark, DigitalOcean, etc.
    • Experience creating and using advanced machine learning algorithms and statistics: regression, simulation, scenario analysis, modelling, clustering, decision trees, neural networks, etc.
    • Experience analyzing data from 3rd party providers: Google Analytics, Site Catalyst, Coremetrics, Adwords, Crimson Hexagon, Facebook Insights, etc
    • Experience with distributed data/computing tools: Map/Reduce, Hadoop, Hive, Spark, Gurobi, MySQL, etc.
    • Experience visualizing/presenting data for stakeholders using: Periscope, Business Objects, D3, ggplot, etc.

Jobs Summary

Job Level
Mid-Senior Level / Manager
Job Category
IT and Software
Educational Requirement
Bachelor's degree graduate
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Office Address
Ground Floor ELJ Building, ABS-CBN Compound, Mother Ignacia Avenue, 1100 Metro Manila, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Industry
Entertainment / Film / News and Current Affairs / Public Service / Publishing / Digital, etc.
Vacancy
1 opening
Website
https://careers.abs-cbn.com/

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About ABS-CBN Corporation

ABS-CBN is considered one of the country’s leading media and entertainment companies, with service offerings across the different platforms of media, servicing a wide array of customer segments. As an organization, ABS-CBN affirms its mission of being in the service of the Filipino and all of its stakeholders worldwide. The company is driven to pioneer, innovate and adapt as it continues to provide information, news and entertainment that connects Filipinos with one another and with their community - wherever they may be. ABS-CBN is firmly committed to pursuing excellence. ABS-CBN’s line of businesses include: • Content Production and Distribution is comprised of content exhibition on free terrestrial television (TV), cable channels and on-line streaming platforms; global operations; films or movies; music; narrowcast; digital; print and on-line publications; and live events and concerts. • News and public affairs programs; News delivery platforms • The company delivers television programming outside of the Philippines to over 3 million viewers in North America, the Middle East, Europe, Japan, Australia, Canada, and other countries in Asia, through the internet and the Company’s global distribution platform, TFC, using DTH satellite service, cable television channels, IPTV, mobile applications and video streaming services. • Films • Music • Digital • Live events and concerts • Cable and broadband Teams working in ABS-CBN live out these core values, collectively called “The Kapamilya Way”: • Service Orientation • Meritocracy • Excellence • Teamwork and Partnerships • Teaching and Learning • Honesty, Integrity, and Respect

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