<b>Overview</b><br><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We are looking for a talented and motivated analytics professional who can build predictive models and solve a wide variety of predictive analytics problems, develop PowerBI dashboards – all with the goal of providing actionable insights into business processes and customer experience. You will contribute to continuing the team’s progress toward being a recognized hub for forward thinking in the field of advanced data analytics. The team consists of experts in statistical data analysis, data visualization, machine learning, driver analysis, forecasting, simulation, test and control studies, etc. The person in this role must demonstrate and maintain strong domain expertise, demonstrate experience in algorithms and analytical expertise on operational metrics and KPIs and articulate these analytics to key business stakeholders. Additionally, the Data Scientist will manage the suite of standard or ad hoc reporting needs, including development of PowerBI dashboards and manage data feeds. In addition, the ability to be flexible and take on challenges outside of current knowledge and skill sets will be critical to achieving success. If you have the relevant experience and ideas for how to solve complex business problems, then we would like to hear from you.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">This role is flexible in that you can work up to 100% from home.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.</span></p><br><br><b>Responsibilities</b><br><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Translate business problems into analytical requirements. Build and develop analytical solutions including ML models, Operations Dashboards using PowerBI, segmentation, Customer and operational KPI deep dives, etc working alongside a strong team of Business Partners, Analysts, Architects to deliver priority outcomes in alignment with the strategic roadmap for the organization. Key Responsibilities include :</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Develop analytical solutions to predict customers’ next issues to solve them proactively</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Develop Power BI dashboards to generate actionable insights</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Develop drivers analysis on key operational KPIs using ML algorithms to identify levers for remediation</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Building simulations to test and optimize processes</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Collaborate with cross functional teams and partners on business problems and strategic priorities of the team</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Act as an evangelist and catalyst for Analytics & BI innovation</span></p><br><br><b>Qualifications</b><br><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• 8+ years of analytics hands-on experience across Regression(Linear/Logit/Gamma), Cluster analysis (K-Means/Modes/Hier), Simulations, Time Series forecasting, Hypothesis testing, Optimization techniques etc.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Experience on Microsoft BI stack, including strong PowerBI skills and exposure to machine learning and data mining, large scale computing systems including experience in SQL, R/ Python/ SAS/ AzureML or similar languages.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Design and BI architecture skills, partnering with engineering & information architecture teams on design & architecture will be good to have</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills. Ability to convince other strong personalities of their ideas and work with a large number of partners in solving a problem.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Proven track record of delivering high impact in complex business settings</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">• Masters or PhD in Statistics/Econometrics/Computer Science or related discipline is preferable</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">o Excellent written and oral communication skills, particularly the ability to synthesize complex issues/scenarios into easy-to-understand concepts.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">o Attention to detail with self-discipline and a drive for results.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">o Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguous situations and across organizational boundaries.</span></p> <br><p>This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.</p><br><hr><br><p>Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accomodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about <a href="https://stage.careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html"><b><u>requesting accommodations.</u></b></a></p>