Experienced Data Scientist for Disney's Innovative Attractions - Remote Opportunity with No Prior Experience Required

Join the Magical World of Disney as a Key Information Researcher

At Disney Parks Encounters and Items, we're not just a team - we're the guardians of imagination and innovation. With Walt Disney's legacy as our guiding principle, we're committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible and creating unforgettable experiences for our visitors. As a Key Information Researcher in our elite division, you'll be instrumental in driving the development, implementation, and support of data analysis and machine learning (ML) models that bring magic to our attractions.

About the Role

This remote position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of the Disney family from the comfort of your own home. As a Key Information Researcher, you'll work closely with internal partners to deliver exceptional visitor experiences through interactive and data-driven systems across Disney Encounters (DX). You'll report to Attractions Functional Innovation and be responsible for:

• Facilitating and creating connections with colleagues, providing thought leadership, and driving initiatives to completion efficiently and effectively.
• Engaging with research and colleagues to drive ML strategies and identify areas where business problems can be solved innovatively by applying ML.
• Leading and working with various specialists and data scientists to implement and scale ML solutions that create enchanting experiences for our visitors and push the limits of operational goals.
• Driving innovative research, proofs of concept, technology cash drives, and client interactions that lead to expanding top-tier AI platforms.
• Managing functional support and maintenance of ML-related products and services delivered by the team.
• Building standard processes used in daily operations and working with specialty units to plan, design, and execute large-scale projects in the AI space.
• Productionizing ML algorithms in predictive analysis, clustering, image recognition, NLP, anomaly detection, and more, and evaluating their performance on real-world datasets.
• Collaborating with various teams to achieve goals in improving system performance and coordinating with existing software practices that produce effective code.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• 2+ years of mastery in Python and predictive modeling experiences, such as TensorFlow, SparkMLib, PySpark, Light, MXNet, etc.
• 2+ years of expert-level experience in cloud platforms like AWS and GCP.
• Proficiency in SDLC, QA cycles, and Object-Oriented Programming Design Patterns.
• Expert-level experience in structured and unstructured data (i.e., images, video, text, etc.) and SQL relational and non-relational databases.
• 2+ years of experience with Workflow or another data workflow management instrument.
• Experience with amendment control programming, like GitHub and GitLab, Model Operations, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong systems integration architecture abilities, capable of transforming new tech into business solutions.
• A Bachelor's degree in Information Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable technical background.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

While not mandatory, having experience in the following areas will give you a competitive edge:

• Docker
• Control frameworks
• Kubernetes
• Cloud arrangements in GCP or another cloud stage
• Atlassian Instruments like Jira and Confluence
• Agile advancement techniques
• Automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous development
• Data representation and data monitoring instruments (e.g., Splunk, Plotly, Tableau)
• Sound analysis
• Text analysis
• A Ph.D. in Information Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable technical background.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Disney, we're committed to your growth and development. As a Key Information Researcher, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and expand your skill set in a dynamic and innovative environment. You'll be able to:

• Develop your technical skills in AI, ML, and data analysis.
• Enhance your leadership and collaboration skills.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Contribute to the development of new and exciting attractions and experiences.

Work Environment and Company Culture

As a remote employee, you'll enjoy the flexibility of working from home while being part of a talented and dedicated team. Our company culture is built on:

• Innovation and creativity
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Customer-centricity and passion for delivering exceptional experiences
• Continuous learning and growth
• Diversity and inclusion

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• A comprehensive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
• A range of perks and discounts, including access to Disney theme parks and resorts

Join the Disney Magic

If you're passionate about innovation, customer service, and all things Disney, we invite you to join our team as a Key Information Researcher. With no prior experience required, this is an exceptional opportunity to launch your career in a dynamic and exciting industry. Apply now and become part of the Disney magic!

Don't miss this chance to be part of a talented team and contribute to the creation of unforgettable experiences for our visitors. Apply now!