Data Scientist II

Company Overview 

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.  

 At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all. 

Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.   

We are looking for data scientists with a strong mathematical foundation, experience building AI-based solutions on real world data, and a pioneering mindset to join the team and help deliver new AI innovation into our platform.

Responsibilities
• Work with domain experts, perform data studies and analysis on billions of records from our one-of-a-kind dataset to identify meaningful business opportunities
• Apply statistics, machine learning, and a variety of other techniques to analyze the data, generate models, and prototype new AI solutions.
• Build production ready prototypes and collaborate with others to bring concepts to life in the product.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders and a broader audience of technical and non-technical persons.
• Thrive in different working environments. Both in independent, self-driven, research and development, and in collaborative, team-driven, projects.

Qualifications
• Education and experience in a quantitative field. Master’s degree, or bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge in at least 1-2 machine learning or AI subfields, such as regression, classification, clustering, NLP, time-series analysis, etc.
• Practical ability to visualize data and communicate meaningful business insights.
• Experience in programming and developing prototypes of AI solutions.
• Familiarity with big data tools and frameworks, such as Cloud ML, BigQuery, etc.
• Proficiency in SQL or familiarity with another database technology.
• Proficiency in Python or another scripting language, with experience in packages like Pandas being desirable.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and techniques as needed.

Where we’re going 

UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!

The pay range for this position is $88,700 to $$127,500, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.ukg.com/careers    

Equal Opportunity Employer    

UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.      

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UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here.   

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.  

Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process 

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com.