Applied Data Scientist, Civis Analytics
Analytics Engineer
$90k
More information about location
Cloud-based solutions for data-driven decisions
Job no longer available
Cloud-based solutions for data-driven decisions
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
$90k
More information about location
101-200 employees
Company mission
To bring objective, data-driven truth to organizational decision-making – all the way from the boardroom to the world’s largest social causes.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in an analytical subject (statistics, math, economics, physics, engineering, business, political or social science, computer science, etc.)
- At least 1 year of experience using dbt in a production environment
- Proven affinity for and experience working with large or messy data sets
- Strong SQL proficiency
- Experience with presentation or data visualization software, such as Google Slides, Microsoft PPT, Tableau, R Shiny, etc
- Familiarity with software development tools and practices (Git, code review, etc.)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
- Practical understanding of and experience with predictive analytics, machine learning, and/or causal inference
- Experience with statistical programming languages (R, Python, etc.) and an understanding of how to apply statistical concepts
What the job involves
- Civis Analytics is looking for an Applied Data Scientist, Analytics Engineer to join our team and help us solve some of the most challenging and interesting data and analytics problems our customers face
- As part of the Applied Data Science (ADS) team, you will act as a consultant and hands-on technical expert, utilizing analytics and data engineering to develop solutions for our customers
- This role of Applied Data Scientist, Analytics Engineer will support clients in our public and non-profit sectors and report to an Applied Data Science Lead
- An Applied Data Scientist is responsible for the end-to-end execution of client engagements, which often includes:
- Data modeling and transformation: design, build, and maintain robust data models to unify large datasets and to create trusted data objects and workflows
- Building predictive models
- Deriving clear, actionable, and timely insights from analyses
- Creating client-ready materials and solutions for stakeholders of varying technical experience or familiarity with methods
- Working with cross-functional teams of data scientists, solution architects, product teams and engineers where necessary to create and implement solutions
- Other job responsibilities of an Applied Data Scientist include:
- Creatively identifying opportunities in the solution delivery process for scalable applications, and collaborating with other teams to further construct these tools
- Maintaining a continuous and independent education of cutting-edge statistical techniques and programming languages
Our take
Effective data analytics are essential for organisations to optimise user experience and drive revenue. Born out of the 2012 Obama election campaign, Civis Analytics uses cloud-based solutions and data science to help organisations make informed, data-driven decisions. The company also utilised an in-house paid-media operation to help drive the Biden campaign to success in the 2020 election.
Going forward, the company wishes to invest in product innovation and grow a team within this field, as well as expanding the business with more roles provided across data science, sales, and product functions.
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Insights
Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
47% female employees
8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Employee endorsements
People of all backgrounds are welcomed
"The great part of Civis is that they welcome people of all backgrounds. The hiring team focuses on sourcing diverse candidates and the company in..."
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Sep 2021
$30.7m
SERIES B
May 2020
$20.8m
LATE VC
Total funding: $73.5m
Company benefits
- Remote work
- 80% of medical, vision, & dental covered by company
- Unlimited PTO
- 401(k) matching
- Paid parental leave
- Pet insurance
- Annual performance bonuses
Company values
- First, and most importantly, we seek truth through scientific rigor: The scientific method is at the core of everything we do. That’s because, after more than 700 years, it’s still the best process for determining truth. And our customers trust us and our technology because truth is the new anchor of good business
- We tell the truth, and we admit when we’re wrong: We call it out with candor, empathy, and the license to be disproven – even when it’s awkward. We’d rather be fired than lie or obfuscate
- And we build products that deliver useful truth: Scientific insight on its own is great. Usefulness on its own is easily replaceable. Impactful data science is the combination of both. Consider this our golden rule: Customer Impact = Unique Insight
- We trust each other to self-start: We’re solving some of the toughest and most fascinating problems facing organizations today. We prize the best ideas, no matter where they come from. And we expect and help each other to hit the ground running from Day One
- That said, we execute in multi-disciplinary teams: We believe that good data science rests on three disciplines: creative problem-solving, excellent engineering and cutting-edge methods. Leave one out and it all falls down. Put them together and it’s the basis for all good work
- There are no closed doors here: Walk into one of our offices, and you’ll notice there aren’t any… offices. And there never will be. That’s because every component of our company is designed to produce the most excellent work. That requires collaboration and minimal hierarchy
- We never compromise on quality: Prepare the facts, form a point of view, invite skepticism, execute, measure… and get better over time. It’s the proven basis of excellence — from the work we do to the people we hire
- We do the right thing, even when it costs us money: Data science is powerful: it can be used for good or bad. We’ll often pursue powerful social good work at a loss, and we’ll responsibly decline work that does wrong, even if it’s lucrative
- And, finally, we’ll always stay weird and have fun: We embrace the full person, but the only thing that really matters at this company is the gray matter between your ears. Come as you are, as weird as that may be
Company HQ
Chicago Loop, Chicago, IL
Articles
Leadership
Dan Wagner
(CEO)Previously a targeting lead then chief analytics officer with Obama for America a targeting and analytics director for the Democratic National Committee. Term Member for Council on Foreign Relations.
People progressing
Hanna started with Civis in 2020 as the Lead Product Manager over our proprietary software product, the Platform. She has since been promoted and is now the Director of Product Management!
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Civis Analytics
- Diversity and inclusion are central to our science and our employee experience at Civis. We believe in a shared responsibility to promote equity across our teams, our clients, and the public.
- Civis is committed to providing resources, programming, and benefits to reflect our commitment to DEI — both internally and externally. We strive to hire, empower, and celebrate the diverse voices on our team. It’s up to each of us to make Civis a great place to work and deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients
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