Chicago, Illinois, USA
1 day ago
Data Scientist - Operations Research
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Description

United's Digital Technology team is comprised of many talented individuals all working together with cutting-edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation. Our team designs, develops and maintains massively scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architectures, data analytics, and digital solutions.

Job overview and responsibilities

Provides mathematical modeling and analysis services to support critical financial, operational, and/or strategic planning decisions and engages in supporting project teams in value added activities that generate practical solutions to complex business problems, explores new business alternatives, and drives improvement in business decisions

Develops the approach and methods to define and solve management problems through quantitative analysis and analytical models using operations research, machine learning, and structured programming languagesIdentifies, researches, or solves large complex problems using big data and operations research and machine learning principlesLeverages understanding of the business process to identify and implement operations research solutions that will result in significant bottom-line contributionsBuilds and develops operations research/optimization mathematical model applications, and provides client support leveraging operations research knowledgeParticipates in model design, prototype, and model development for several efforts that occur simultaneously, and interfaces with product delivery groupsRaises concerns when scope of analysis may not align with time available and can choose an appropriate scope of analysis to conduct balancing ROI to time availableDesigns analytic plan/develop hypotheses to test; understands limitations of analysis (what it can and cannot be used for)Anticipates working team questions to data and approachIdentifies solution quality risks and on-time risksUnderstands the business value, process, and expectations before focusing on choice of a technical solutionUnderstands the intuition behind the numbers (i.e. does it make sense?)Provides on-going analytical services to client organizationsCommunicates results to management and clientsContributes deck content and builds the story for the deck with guidance to summarize findingsDevelops and delivers presentations aligned with Ai standardsSpeaks in a manner appropriate for working team and their level +1Keeps informed about the latest analytical methods and research in the operations research and analytics fieldsQualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Masters in Operations Research or other related quantitative discipline involving quantitative analysis and application of advanced operations research principlesCoursework or work experience with mathematical programming techniquesCoursework or work experience in model prototyping through use of optimization toolkit(s) including CPLEX, AMPL, or OPLCoursework or work experience with C, C++, Java, R, Python, or other structured programming languageGood business, technical, verbal/written communication, presentation and sales skills. Adaptability to changing business environmentGood interpersonal skills and ability to interact with clientsProficient with MS OfficeSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

 

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

 

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Minor in computer science and/or formal advanced computer science coursework preferred1+ years of professional experience in analytical field1+ years designing and programming/coding data structures for large-scale computer modelsExperience with Julia programming languageKnowledge of United/industry data sourcesStructured programming for large-scale computer modelsDemonstrated ability to create business value
The base pay range for this role is $91,770.00 to $119,514.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
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