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Senior Data Scientist
Required Education and Experience:
* 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Applied Math or Statistics or Machine Learning or its equivalent
* 5 years' experience with statistics and experience with machine learning algorithms/techniques
* 5 years' experience working with programming languages and big data environments, specifically, Python, Java, Spark and Hadoop
* 3 years' experience with web technologies - HTTP, HTML, TLS/SSL and JavaScript
* 3 years' experience in applying machine learning techniques to real-world data
* 3 years' experience with Data Structures, Algorithms and Design Patterns
Desired Qualifications:
* Passion for solving challenging analytical problems
* Ability to work productively with team members, identify and resolve tough issues in a collaborative manner
* Previous research experience in Machine Learning specifically anomaly detection
* Masters or higher degree in applied math, statistics, machine learning, computer science or relevant subject
* Understanding of Web Application security, specifically topics such as SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting, CSRF and so forth
* Fraud modelling experience
Akamai Technologies is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength that diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.