Data Scientist

A Day in the Life:

The Data Scientist is responsible for generating insights and recommendations from Hertz’s rich history of observational data. The Data Scientist will build descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive models with the ultimate goal of maximizing profit and gaining a competitive advantage in the market.

The salary range for this position is starting at $80,000.

What You’ll Do:

• Curate data from many sources including internal databases and external APIs, and aggregate data to a format appropriate for building descriptive reports, optimization or predictive models
• Solve complex analytical problems using quantitative approaches using unique blend of technical, mathematical, analytical and data skills
• Use deep understanding of statistical and predictive modeling concepts, machine learning approaches, simulation, optimization models and algorithms, clustering and classification and recommendation techniques
• Integrate, store, and analyze large, complex multi-dimensional data sets with variety of tools
• Communicate analytic solutions to stakeholders and implement improvements as needed to the reports and outputs, algorithms and models
• Establish processes for large-scale data analyses, model development, model validation and model implementation.
• Keep current with technical and industry developments and assess the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related quantitative discipline, required, and 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s Degree and 2+ years of relevant experience
• 2+ years’ experience querying data from relational databases and building data science models, required
• Degree in a quantitative field with an emphasis on predictive modeling, preferred, including Statistics, Data Science, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or Economics
• Expert Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Experience using Tableau or similar BI tool
• Solid proficiency of SQL and querying data from relational databases
• Fluency in a mathematical programming language, such as R, Python or similar
• Knowledge of a variety of machine-learning techniques and/or Optimization methods and their real-world advantages/drawbacks
• Ability to provide analytics, identify trends, communicate present insights from data
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders across multiple levels and functions
• Highly organized, self-motivated, customer oriented and able to work independently as well as within a team and with internal business partners
• Ability to influence 
• Ability to work under minimal supervision with a goal-oriented mindset. 
• Flexible and adaptable; ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations
• Ability to work comfortably across functional and geographical boundaries
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience presenting project status
• Attention to detail

What You’ll Get:

• Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental   
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
• Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
• Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
• Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.   US EEO STATEMENT  At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company.  Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.  EOE, including disability/veteran